BREAKING: FNZ has just announced the appointment of Ryan Beach as the new Group Head of North America and Peter Hiom as the Group Head of Markets, signaling a bold step in its strategy to enhance leadership and market innovation. This development underscores FNZ’s commitment to expanding its influence in the lucrative North American and global markets.
NEW YORK and LONDON, September 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ – In a significant move to bolster its executive committee, FNZ has appointed Ryan Beach to lead its operations in North America, based in Nebraska. Beach brings nearly 20 years of leadership experience in wealth management and fintech, having previously served as CEO of F2 Strategy and President at Orion. His appointment comes as the demand for FNZ’s AI-enabled wealth management platform surges, with clients like BMO and Raymond James already on board.
Ryan Beach expressed his enthusiasm, stating, “I’m thrilled to join FNZ at such an exciting stage. North America represents a tremendous growth opportunity. Together, we can deliver even greater value across the U.S. and Canada.” His leadership is expected to strengthen existing partnerships and leverage significant opportunities in the region, crucial for FNZ’s growth trajectory.
Meanwhile, Peter Hiom takes the helm as Group Head of Markets, based in London. Hiom arrives with extensive experience in global capital markets, having served as Deputy CEO at ASX and held senior positions at the Sydney Futures Exchange and the London International Financial Futures Exchange. He will oversee FNZ Markets, enhancing services like multi-asset execution and post-trade technology.
In response to the appointments, Roman Regelman, FNZ’s Group President, commented, “These appointments reflect our focus on building world-class leadership and delivering transformational value to our clients.” He highlighted that Beach’s relationships and Hiom’s market expertise will be integral to FNZ’s continued success.
This strategic move comes as FNZ aims to solidify its presence in North America, a region crucial for its growth plans. With these appointments, FNZ is poised to drive innovation and efficiency in wealth management, reinforcing its mission to transform the industry through cutting-edge technology and deep market insights.
As FNZ embarks on this new chapter, all eyes will be on how these leaders will shape the company’s future and respond to evolving market demands. The company is gearing up for an exciting phase of expansion, and the industry is eagerly watching.
Stay tuned for more updates as FNZ navigates this pivotal moment in its growth story.
