Our leadership

Peter Hughes founded Apex Group in 2003 with a vision to create a business that could offer an end-to-end service to clients, delivered by local experts on a global scale. Through this vision, Apex Group has continually disrupted the asset serving industry by evolving its capabilities and delivering a unique single-source solution to asset managers, allocators, family offices and financial institutions which supports the entire value chain across the financial services ecosystem. The Group harnesses leading innovative and transformative technology and benefits from cross-jurisdictional expertise delivered by a highly integrated global team of 13,000 people across 50 countries. Peter’s desire to drive positive change extends beyond asset servicing. In 2022, he provided a cornerstone donation to the Apex Foundation, a not-for-profit entity, which supports the environment and climate change; women’s empowerment and economic independence; and education and social mobility.

As Chief Risk Officer, Andrew is responsible for the oversight of risk-taking activities and supporting our effective and efficient management of risk on an enterprise-wide basis. As a member of the executive committee, he is responsible for driving and developing our risk framework, governance, and reporting. Andrew joined us following our acquisition of Sanne in 2019.

Andrew has been our General Counsel since April 2019. He was previously Head of Legal at Monzo Bank and before that held senior roles at several prestigious law firms including Latham & Watkins and White & Case. Andrew has extensive experience in cross-border M&A, capital markets, and private equity transactions and joined us at a critical time of integration following several global acquisitions.

Georges brings over two decades of experience in law, capital markets, and fund administration to his role as Chief Commercial Officer at Apex Group. He is responsible for delivering top- and bottom-line performance across geographies and client and product segments, aligning with key business focus areas and their respective leaders. As a dedicated people leader, Georges drives global business growth internationally and enhances client relationships and revenue streams, as well as offering guidance on company matters across various boards. From Deutsche Bank Alternative Fund Services to Goldman Sachs, JP Morgan, and now Apex Group, his career reflects a commitment to excellence in financial services.

Helen joined us in 2025 as Chief AI and Data Science Officer. An expert in digital transformation and AI strategy, she has advised on global technology implementation and data innovation across various industries and is deeply committed to driving progress in this field. She also serves as an industry mentor at the Wyss Institute at Harvard University, contributing to global thought leadership in AI, data, and sustainable innovation.

As Chief Strategy Officer, Jay focuses on strengthening strategic alignment and supporting innovation across our global platform. Prior to joining us he was with SEI, where he spent 28 years, and held senior leadership roles across institutional asset management and fund administration. Most recently, Jay served as EVP and Head of Institutional Business, overseeing investment products and services for more than 425 institutional clients. He previously led SEI’s Alternatives Fund Administration business and helped build the firm’s front, middle, and back-office solutions for some of the largest US alternative investment managers.

Jeff joined us in 2025, bringing over 30 years of experience in technology, operations, and transformation. He serves as Chief Operating Officer and is a member of the Executive Committee. Prior to joining us, Jeff was the President of Commercial Services at Conduent and has held senior leadership roles at Fiserv, Gateway First Bank, Ally, Bank of America, Fannie Mae, and Wells Fargo.

John brings over 25 years of experience in compliance, legal, and regulatory affairs. He joined us in 2025 from Northern Trust Corporation, where he served as Global Chief Compliance and Ethics Officer, and previously as Deputy General Counsel. He has also held leadership positions at Motorola Solutions, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, and Kirkland & Ellis.

Kimberly brings extensive experience in global financial operations and strategic leadership to her role as Chief Financial Officer and Member of the Executive Committee. She has held multiple leadership roles in finance and treasury across London and Boston. Kimberly joined us from State Street, where she served for over 12 years in numerous leadership roles including Treasurer, Executive Vice President, and Chief Financial Officer. Prior to this, she was at the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston, where she worked in the Risk and Policy unit, contributing to key regulatory and risk frameworks. Kimberly is a Chartered Financial Analyst and an alumna of the CFO Leadership Program at Harvard.

Maxwell Johnston is Chief Business Officer and brings deep experience and understanding of commercial strategy to the Executive Committee. Previously serving as Interim Chief Financial Officer and Chief of Staff, Maxwell has played a pivotal role in driving our M&A strategy and supporting our international growth. Before joining us, Maxwell gained valuable experience at KPMG in London and Bermuda, where he qualified as a Chartered Accountant.

Vikita Patel has steered and grown our human resources team since joining us in 2018. Leveraging over a decade of experience within the HR profession in the financial services industry, she has developed the HR agenda to support our strategic priorities, focusing on key areas such as organisational change and culture, HR operations, reward and recognition, talent management, and people analytics.

Mauricio leads our LATAM business, with responsibility for growth, client delivery, and operational excellence across our operations in Brazil, Chile, and Uruguay. With more than 35 years of experience in senior leadership roles, his career has spanned corporate services, technology, and financial services. Prior to joining us, Mauricio served as Managing Director and Country Head, Brazil at TMF Group, and has previously held CEO, COO, CRO, and CFO positions at major multinationals including Unisys, Medial Saúde, Convergys IMG, T‑Systems, EDS/DXC, PwC, and FCamara.

Nick is Regional Head of Asia Pacific, and a member of the Apex Group Executive Committee. Nick joined as part of Apex Group’s Acquisition of Mainstream Group in 2021 where he was also the Managing Director for the Asia Pacific business. Nick brings extensive knowledge of the funds industry and is responsible for overseeing the business in the region.

Renaud is a senior financial services leader with deep expertise in the asset management industry, spanning both financial services and financial technology. Having joined Apex Group in 2019, he has held several executive roles within the Group, including Chief Revenue Officer, where he served on the Group Executive Committee. After spending four years in Bermuda, Renaud returned to Luxembourg in September 2025 to lead the continued growth of one of Apex Group’s key global locations. In his current role, he is responsible for driving the overall vision, strategy, growth, profitability, P&L and operational success of the Group across the whole region.

As a global business leader Sanjay brings over 25 years’ experience to this position. He previously served as Managing Director at Citi, BlackRock, State Street and Merrill Lynch. He brings a wealth of industry knowledge, having been instrumental in evolving the financial markets across the Americas and internationally, specifically India and Singapore. Sanjay has previously presided as Chairman of multiple industry committees, at Bond Market Association, Asset Management Forum and Securities Industry Association.

Valerie joins Apex from SANNE GROUP to continue leading the firm’s growth and performance across the APAC region. Valerie is a qualified Lawyer with a broad range of skills and experience, she is well positioned to lead Apex across APAC and continue to deliver its single-source solution.

Azeem is an award-winning, business-driven global chief information security officer with more than 28 years of cybersecurity and technology leadership experience across investment banking, fintech, private wealth, digital assets, government, airlines, oil and gas, energy, and global corporate sectors. He has led major transformation projects across EMEAR and APAC, managed responses to critical cyberattacks, and advised both government and regulatory bodies. His background includes leading initiatives in cyber risk, blockchain, AI, and threat intelligence, and he is a trusted adviser on many global cyber councils and committees. Azeem is well known for aligning security with business goals and building resilient teams. He is responsible for overseeing the Group’s commitment to protecting its people, data, and platforms.

Bhaskar leads our global market development, assisting with regulatory engagement, new product development, FundRock’s strategy, and distribution. He has substantial global experience as a regulator, banker, asset management business owner, and family office principal. He sits on various boards and is a member or chair of numerous industry associations. In addition to holding a BSc in Mathematics and an MBA in Finance, Bhaskar has doctorates in Artificial Intelligence, Terrorism Studies, and Food History, and is currently undertaking a further doctorate in Rock-Cut Architecture.

Chantal Cantin is our Chief Marketing and Communications Officer. She leads the global marketing and corporate communications agenda, bringing extensive experience in brand building, strategic marketing, and executive communications, as well as expertise in how to achieve commercial alignment across complex international businesses.

Eric Drudge is our Chief Information Officer, leading the development and execution of global technology strategy. With over 26 years of experience, Eric has expertise in driving innovation, transformation, and operational excellence. He is responsible for delivering secure, scalable, and resilient technology services, advancing digital capabilities, and managing technology risk and information security to support sustainable growth and high performance.

Karl is our Global Head of Sales. He joined us in 2018 to lead the UK sales team before expanding his remit to Europe and, subsequently, to his current global role. As the business has evolved beyond fund services into fintech and distribution, his responsibilities have expanded to cover the full client value chain, from fund launch and structuring through to fund services, capital raising, and digital solutions. Karl began his career at AKO Capital, one of Europe’s leading equity hedge funds, before spending several years in prime brokerage at Deutsche Bank and UBS. He brings more than 20 years of experience working with alternative asset managers.

As our Global Head of Fund Operations, Ken oversees the delivery of fund, financial, and corporate services across multiple regions, ensuring consistent execution, strong governance, and high-quality client outcomes. His responsibilities include leading global operations teams, managing service centre strategy, streamlining processes, implementing technology solutions, and driving continuous improvement initiatives that enhance efficiency, scalability, and the client experience. Ken has over 20 years of experience in the alternative asset management industry, with extensive expertise in leading global operations, client service, and business transformation initiatives across hedge funds, private markets, and institutional asset managers. Throughout his career, he has focused on building scalable operating models, enhancing service delivery, and driving operational excellence across complex global businesses.

Lana is our Global Head of Institutional Allocators and the founder of The Inner Circle, a private, invitation-only capital network connecting family offices for structured co-investment. Over more than 20 years, she has traded in the Eurodollar options pit, worked in Washington, DC, held senior roles at BNP Paribas and ABN AMRO, and raised capital for Robert Rotella’s quantitative investment fund. With relationships spanning more than 50,000 institutional allocators worldwide, she is widely regarded as one of the industry’s most trusted capital connectors. Lana holds a master’s degree from Northwestern and serves on boards globally.

Predrag has almost 30 years’ experience in the financial services industry. Prior to joining us, he served as Head of Strategy and Innovation at Citco Corporate Solutions. In this role, he led strategic growth and transformation initiatives focused on improving operational efficiency, strengthening client delivery, and accelerating business growth. Prior to that, he was Head of Strategic Growth and Development at TMF Group. Predrag has also held multiple other senior positions, including Head of Capital Markets Europe, Co-Head of Private Equity and Real Estate Europe, Head of Business Development, and Managing Director of the Dutch office, all at Citco.

Jamie is Executive Chair of the Apex Foundation and Apex Wealth, shaping strategic direction and guiding impactful initiatives. With more than 30 years of leadership experience in wealth management, investment, and social enterprise, Jamie focuses on advancing sustainable, long-term impact across environmental protection, education, social mobility, and inclusive economic empowerment. He brings strong commercial judgement and a commitment to responsible growth.

Akshay has many years of leadership experience in IT, operations, product management, and business development across securities services and global markets. Akshay previously led the Securities Services business for BNP Paribas in India before serving as Chief Operating Officer for the bank’s Global Markets business. He began his career at KPIT Cummins in Pune, working on projects for Deutsche Bank and BNP Paribas, before relocating to Chennai as part of the pilot team responsible for establishing and expanding BNP Paribas’s offshore centre supporting its Asset Fund Services and Custody businesses. He has worked extensively across Pune, Chennai, Mumbai, Hong Kong, and Paris, and is fluent in English, French, and several Indian languages.

Gary is our Global Head of Client Relationship Management, leading our global relationship management function, and is responsible for delivering a consistently high standard of client service across our business. With more than 20 years of experience in alternative asset management operations, he has a proven track record of driving business strategy, strengthening client partnerships, and leading transformational change across the financial services industry. Before assuming his current role, Gary served as Head of Private Equity for Luxembourg and as Operations Director in Jersey, where he was a member of the regulated board. He is an experienced board director with deep expertise across private equity, venture capital, and private credit. Gary is a Fellow of Chartered Accountants Ireland.

Greg Cignarella is Head of Business Development at ApexInvest Markets, LLC, bringing more than 30 years of capital markets experience from leading U.S. broker-dealers, including J.P. Morgan, Lehman Brothers, Citi, and Nomura. Throughout his career, Greg has focused on trading and sales management, with expertise in structured products, portfolio risk mitigation, yield enhancement strategies, and securities investment products. His broad product knowledge spans private and public markets, global fixed income securities, interest rate and mortgage-backed securities derivatives, structured products, and fintech sales leadership. He holds an MBA in Finance and Investments, a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, and FINRA Series 7 and 63 licences. Greg previously served as Head of Americas at Tokeny, where he led strategic sales and partnerships for the blockchain-based tokenisation of private market securities, overseeing the firm’s North American sales activities. Prior to that, Greg was Head of Sales at Ownera, a fintech company addressing blockchain interoperability through a common routing layer connecting digital asset networks with traditional financial systems.

Tom is Regional Head for Digital and International Businesses, which includes leading Apex Digital 3.0 and an extensive portfolio of Fintech acquisitions. Tom’s background boasts experience at leading companies such as JLL and BT and, prior to joining us in April 2025, he served as Group Head of Innovation at Aztec Group. He has 15+ years of experience driving innovation with tech companies and communities, with a proven track record of building and scaling innovative new ventures and digital products.