Macquarie Group appoints Alex Harvey CEO of Asia

Mr. Harvey is currently an Executive Director in Macquarie Capital and Global Head of the Telecommunications, Media, Entertainment and Technology (TMET) group.

Macquarie Group Limited (Macquarie) announced Wednesday the appointment of Alex Harvey as Chief Executive Officer of Macquarie’s operations in Asia.

Alex joined Macquarie in 1999 from Bankers Trust and has over 15 years experience in the financial services industry having led equity, debt and advisory transactions in Australia, Asia, Europe and the United States.

Alex is currently an Executive Director in Macquarie Capital and Global Head of the Telecommunications, Media, Entertainment and Technology (TMET) group. Alex was also based in Hong Kong with Macquarie from 2000 to 2003.

“We are very pleased to appoint Alex to this role. Alex has a strong track record of leadership, and of building international businesses and client relationships,” said Nicholas Moore, Chief Executive Officer of Macquarie Group Limited.

“Alex will play a key role delivering all aspects of Macquarie’s business to our clients in the region. His appointment reflects Macquarie’s commitment to providing the highest level of service to our growing client base in this region.”

“I am honoured to have been invited to lead Macquarie’s Asia business,” said Mr Harvey. “Macquarie’s business in Asia continues to develop into a full-service offering focused on creating new opportunities for Macquarie’s clients and its people.”

Alex will be based in Macquarie’s Hong Kong office from later this month, according to a Macquarie Group Limited. report.