Torstone Technology, a leading global SaaS platform provider for post-trade securities and derivatives processing and risk management, is excited to announce the appointment of Neil Mardon as the company’s new Chief Financial Officer (CFO). As a seasoned financial industry executive, Neil is expected to bring a wealth of experience to the firm and bolster its expansion. Neil will also be joining Torstone’s Board of Directors.
Neil previously served as CFO and later COO at Daiwa Capital Markets Europe, where he spent over a decade leading critical transformation initiatives. These responsibilities included remediation of operational challenges, enhancement of the senior leadership team with a focus on diversity and inclusion, delivery of a significant cybersecurity change program, and management of the FCA Operational Resilience model changes.
Neil previously served as CFO and later COO at Daiwa Capital Markets Europe, where he spent over a decade leading critical transformation initiatives. These responsibilities included ownership of organisational change, regulator relationships, building a strong leadership team with a focus on diversity and inclusion and providing strategic leadership.
A chartered accountant with over 30 years’ experience, Neil brings significant strategic financial insight and knowledge to Torstone. His previous experience at board level demonstrates an in-depth understanding of UK and EU regulatory environments, and spans both high-growth start-ups and mature business environments, including robust M&A activity.
The appointment comes on the heels of Torstone’s continued growth and recent client wins. Earlier this year the firm welcomed Sam Farrell as Head of North America, reinforcing the company’s intent to scale its market presence and deliver exceptional post-trade solutions across the globe.
“We are thrilled to have Neil join our team,” said Brian Collings, CEO of Torstone Technology. “His financial acumen, combined with his deep understanding of our sector, will be instrumental as we continue to expand and strengthen our business. Neil’s appointment reasserts our commitment to our clients and our dedication to delivering industry-leading solutions.”
“I am honoured to join Torstone Technology during this exciting period of growth,” said Neil Mardon, CFO of Torstone Technology. “Torstone is renowned for its innovative cloud-based post-trade solutions, and I am committed to supporting the team in their mission to be the industry leading post-trade platform.”
