Investor services group IQ-EQ has appointed Michael Marquardt as its regional chief executive to spearhead its expansion into Asia.
Marquardt will be expected to lead the company’s growth strategy with a special focus on mainland China.
His arrival coincides with the company’s move into China’s onshore market with offices in Shanghai and Shenzhen.
IQ-EQ currently has more than 800 employees working in the region across offices in Japan, Singapore, Hong Kong and now mainland China.
The company has also made a number of Asian appointments in recent months including Andrew Ho, as head of private wealth in Singapore, Goldie Ko, business development director, funds in Shanghai, and Arlen Yuan, business development director, funds in Shenzhen.
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