SimCorp appoints Nigel Ford as sales team leader in Asia

He will manage growth opportunities in the wealth and investment management centres of Hong Kong and Singapore.

According to a release, Managing Director of SimCorp Asia, Peter Hill, believes Ford’s 30 years of experience in the Asian financial services sector will be invaluable as the region seeks to manage and sustain its rapid growth.

“Fund managers in Asia require sophisticated systems that can capitalise on growth opportunities, react to changing regulation requirements and operate in a reduced risk environment,” says Mr Hill.

According to Mr Hill, many fund managers in the region also face the increasing need to replace legacy-based systems to reduce costs and remain competitive.

Prior to his appointment, Ford held senior roles within the finance and software sector, including ABN Amro, Wells Fargo, Thomson Reuters, Misys, Sophis and most recently Calypso.