Ladd Replaces Spanbroek to Lead Prop-Trading Body

Mark Spanbroek of the FIA and EPTA
Mark Spanbroek, FIA Epta, who assumes a vice-chair role.

FIA Epta represents European firms that trade on their own capital, and has been a vocal proponent of high-frequency trading (HFT) businesses over recent years. Ladd replaces Mark Spanbroek, chairman at CME Europe, and a former director at HFT specialist Getco, in the role. He will take on the position of vice chairman within the trade body.

Ladd, who recently worked as general counsel for global prop shop Flow Traders, has also held roles at the European Climate Exchange and Fortis Bank Global Clearing. Before her financial-sector experience, she worked as a reporter for Dow Jones's London bureau, covering energy markets.

According to FIA Epta's statement, Ladd holds law degrees from US and Dutch institutions. She will be based in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Remco Lenterman, chair of the association, remains in his role.

Only users who have a paid subscription or are part of a corporate subscription are able to print or copy content.

To access these options, along with all other subscription benefits, please contact info@waterstechnology.com or view our subscription options here: http://subscriptions.waterstechnology.com/subscribe

You are currently unable to copy this content. Please contact info@waterstechnology.com to find out more.

Banks seemingly build more than buy, but why?

Waters Wrap: A new report states that banks are increasingly enticed by the idea of building systems in-house, versus being locked into a long-term vendor contract. Anthony explores the reason for this shift.

Most read articles loading...

You need to sign in to use this feature. If you don’t have a WatersTechnology account, please register for a trial.

Sign in
You are currently on corporate access.

To use this feature you will need an individual account. If you have one already please sign in.

Sign in.

Alternatively you can request an individual account here