CME Group Exec Jeff Ward to Join FXSpotStream as CEO

(Source: FXSpotStream)

LiquidityMatch LLC, a leading provider of multi-bank foreign exchange aggregation services intended for forex spot, swaps and forwards, announced the appointment of Jeff Ward as permanent Chief Executive Officer of LiquidityMatch and its subsidiaries, including FXSpotStream, effective from January 1, 2024.

Currently serving as the Global Head of Electronic Brokering Services (EBS) at CME Group, Jeff originally joined EBS (acquired by CME Group in 2018) in May 2005, and has held several senior leadership roles during his tenure with the company. With a career spanning over 30 years, Jeff had also previously worked at several leading financial services firms, including ICAP, ABN AMRO Bank and Citibank.

Mark Meredith, Board Chair of LiquidityMatch, commented: “Following an extensive and rigorous search, the Board is highly confident that Jeff’s exceptional leadership skills, strategic insights and deep industry knowledge make him the ideal choice to drive the company’s continued growth, as well as strengthen its partnerships and build key new relationships.”

Jeff will succeed Tom San Pietro, who has served as the interim CEO for the past eight months. Tom will continue to act as interim CEO until the end of the year, after which he will continue in his current capacity as Chief Technology Officer.

FXSpotStream, an FX streaming aggregation service provider, has undergone several significant personnel changes this year, including the departure of its CEO Alan Schwarz​, and the appointment of Jeremy Rose​ as the company's SVP & Head of Liquidity Management.