Old Mutual Global Investors, part of Old Mutual Wealth, has announced the new Head of Sales, South East Asia. The firm sees huge potential in the ASEAN region for their funds.
In a recent interview with finews.asia Carol Wong, Managing Director for Asia Pacific at Old Mutual Global Investors (OMGI), said an announcement on a senior hire was imminent. In a press release the firm has named Gerard Clancy as Head of sales, South East Asia.
Based in Singapore Clancy will report to Carol Wong.
«Gerard has a very good reputation in the industry. I very much look forward to working with him, capitalising on his impressive career achievements which will blend well with OMGI’s culture and vision,» said Wong.
An industry veteran Gerard Clancy joins from Columbia Threadneedle Investments where he was executive director, wholesale distribution for the past five years. He was responsible for business development specifically focussed on South East Asia markets, conducting business through private banking, consumer and IFA channels.
Malaysia and Thailand Push
During his 20 years’ career experience he has held a number of roles within a sales and distribution remit including strategic development and client servicing at BlackRock focussing on Hong Kong, Singapore, Korea and South East Asia markets.
Working for OMGI, based in its sister company, Old Mutual International’s office, in Singapore, he will be responsible for promoting the OMGI brand and funds* to a clearly defined group of institutions.
He is also responsible for expanding the business’s client pool and further building the strategic and sustainable partnerships with clients in South East Asia.
