YFM Strengthens Northern Investment Team with New Head of North

Sharegain, a leading global capital markets fintech, today announced the appointment of Nick Hay as Global Head of Demand Coverage. This strategic US hire marks a significant milestone in Sharegain’s mission to reshape the securities lending landscape and deliver greater value to borrowers worldwide.

Iliad Solutions has added two experienced specialists to its team as the business continues to expand its market-leading offering in payment testing and certification. They join Iliad Solutions at a time of significant growth, following major customer wins in 2025, driving demand for additional talent within the company.

YFM Equity Partners (YFM), the UK’s leading growth-focused investor, has appointed Neil Inskip as Head of New Investments, North across their Manchester, Leeds and Birmingham offices, strengthening its regional leadership team and supporting the firm’s continued expansion in backing entrepreneurial businesses.

Allianz UK has named Glyn Hughes as managing director of Allianz Personal Broker, a move that strengthens its senior leadership team within the personal lines business. Hughes will assume the role in February 2026, subject to regulatory approval, and will report to Serge Raffard, managing director of Allianz Personal Lines.

EFT Corporation, a leading payment solutions provider operating across African markets, today announced the appointment of Adri Führi as Group Chief Financial Officer, effective immediately.

MAPFRE AM, the asset management arm of MAPFRE Group has appointed Ismael García Puente as the new Deputy Director of Investment Strategy, a newly created position in which he will be involved in the development and communication of the MAPFRE Group’s investment strategy, overseeing the management of specialist funds, market analysis, and asset allocation. He will also continue to assume responsibility for managing the wealth manager networks and life insurance portfolios as well as liaising with customers.