IFDS appoints director of product innovation
10 November 2014 London
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International Financial Data Services (IFDS) has appointed Philip Goffin to the newly created role as director of product innovation within European business.
Goffin will assume immediate responsibility for leading digital and online solutions within the company, and will report directly to CEO of funds, Paul Roberts.
“My focus will be on ensuring we move to the forefront of digital and product innovation in the global funds industry and enhance our customer propositions through rapid technological development,” said Goffin.
Goffin joins from Calastone, and previously worked in the finance and banking industry in New Zealand. He has supported the creation and development of financial services technology at various large companies, including Calastone, EMXCo and FundWorks.
“Goffin brings considerable experience to this newly created role,” said Roberts.
“With the majority of our clients in the process of developing their digital strategies, his appointment means we are best positioned to work alongside them and support their business requirements.”
Goffin will assume immediate responsibility for leading digital and online solutions within the company, and will report directly to CEO of funds, Paul Roberts.
“My focus will be on ensuring we move to the forefront of digital and product innovation in the global funds industry and enhance our customer propositions through rapid technological development,” said Goffin.
Goffin joins from Calastone, and previously worked in the finance and banking industry in New Zealand. He has supported the creation and development of financial services technology at various large companies, including Calastone, EMXCo and FundWorks.
“Goffin brings considerable experience to this newly created role,” said Roberts.
“With the majority of our clients in the process of developing their digital strategies, his appointment means we are best positioned to work alongside them and support their business requirements.”
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