Executive Moves of the Week: Leadership Shifts at TradingView, INFINOX, and UBS

Last week’s executive transitions spotlight significant leadership shifts across the banking, trading, and fintech sectors. TradingView CEO Oleg Mukhanov has stepped down, marking a major transition for the popular charting and trading platform. Meanwhile, INFINOX Capital has appointed Tatiana Kononovich as its new General Manager following a strategic acquisition. UBS has also reshaped its Board, nominating Renata Jungo Brüngger and Lila Tretikov while announcing the departures of two long-serving directors. In the blockchain space, Axelar Foundation has brought in former Acting Comptroller of the Currency Brian Brooks to its advisory board, reinforcing its institutional expansion. Elsewhere, Tauro Markets has strengthened its dealing operations with the appointment of Anastasios Lamaris, and embedded finance provider Weavr has elevated Jon Burrell to Deputy CEO as it scales its fintech offerings.

TradingView CEO Oleg Mukhanov Departs Amid Leadership Changes

Oleg Mukhanov, CEO of TradingView, has announced his departure after three years with the company, having first served as CFO before assuming the top leadership role. His exit follows the recent departure of Pierce Crosby, former US Chief and General Manager, who left to start strategy consulting firm M7.

Mukhanov shared his decision on social media, stating that it was the right time to begin a new chapter. He highlighted TradingView’s record growth, global expansion, and fintech platform development during his tenure.

TradingView, a widely used charting and trading platform with over 50 million users, has yet to name Mukhanov’s successor. The company continues to be a major force in the FX and CFD industries, partnering with leading brokers such as FP Markets and Pepperstone.

Mukhanov will remain an advisor to TradingView while preparing for his next venture, which he plans to announce soon.

INFINOX Capital Names Tatiana Kononovich as General Manager

INFINOX Capital has appointed Tatiana Kononovich as its new General Manager, marking a key leadership change following the firm’s recent acquisition by an investor group led by former StoneX executive Marc Joppeck. This transition also follows the earlier departure of former Group CEO Jay Mawji.

Kononovich brings extensive industry experience, having spent eight years at Exinity, where she advanced from Senior Sales Administrator to SVP - Strategic Partners and Global Partnerships, and most recently, SVP - Exinity Connect. In a social media post, she expressed excitement about leading INFINOX Capital’s growth and strategy execution.

INFINOX Capital, operating under the IXO Prime brand, provides liquidity and technology solutions for institutional clients and professional traders. Kononovich’s appointment reflects the company’s renewed strategic direction under its new ownership.

Axelar Foundation Appoints Brian Brooks to Institutional Advisory Board

Axelar Foundation has named Brian Brooks to its newly established Institutional Advisory Board, reinforcing its efforts to drive institutional adoption of blockchain interoperability. Brooks, a former Acting Comptroller of the Currency and Chief Legal Officer at Coinbase, brings extensive regulatory and fintech expertise to the board.

His appointment aligns with Axelar’s focus on decentralized and secure cross-chain infrastructure, essential for financial institutions integrating blockchain-based solutions. Brooks highlighted the role of interoperability in expanding access to tokenized financial assets, including stablecoins.

Axelar Foundation’s advisory board will guide the platform’s strategic direction as regulatory discussions on blockchain finance intensify. The organization continues to gain traction, with adoption from Uniswap and Microsoft and backing from investors such as Binance, Coinbase, and Galaxy.

Tauro Markets Appoints Anastasios Lamaris as Head of Dealing

Tauro Markets has named Anastasios Lamaris as its new Head of Dealing, strengthening its trading operations as the recently launched FX and CFDs broker expands. Lamaris joins from Octa Markets, where he held the same role for the past year.

Prior to Octa Markets, Lamaris spent two years at Scope Markets in Cyprus, serving as Head of Brokerage and later as Head of Dealing & Risk. His appointment follows Tauro Markets’ launch by former BDSwiss CEO Alexander Oelfke, who leads the firm as CEO.

Backed by Kuwait-based JM Financial, Tauro Markets operates from Cyprus and Dubai, with an offshore registration in Saint Vincent & The Grenadines. Lamaris’ expertise in brokerage and risk management is expected to support the company’s growth in the competitive retail trading sector.

Weavr Elevates Jon Burrell to Deputy CEO

Weavr has promoted Jon Burrell to Deputy CEO, reinforcing its leadership as the company expands its embedded finance solutions. Burrell, who previously served as Chief Operating Officer, will work alongside CEO and co-founder Alex Mifsud to drive Weavr’s strategic growth.

Burrell joined Weavr in September last year, bringing extensive experience in fintech operations and compliance. Before Weavr, he played a key role in Codat’s post-Series A fundraising and spent over four years at CurrencyCloud, where he held leadership roles, including Global VP of Operations and Head of Compliance.

Weavr, backed by investors such as Tiger Global and QED Investors, enables businesses to integrate financial services into their software products. Burrell’s promotion underscores the company’s commitment to scaling its embedded finance platform.

UBS Announces Board Changes Ahead of 2025 AGM​

UBS Group AG has nominated Renata Jungo Brüngger and Lila Tretikov for election to its Board of Directors at the Annual General Meeting (AGM) on April 10, 2025. The appointments aim to bolster the bank’s leadership in governance, sustainability, and technology.

Jungo Brüngger, a governance and legal expert, has been a Board Member at Mercedes-Benz Group AG since 2016, overseeing integrity and sustainability. She has also held supervisory roles at Munich Re and Daimler Truck Holding AG. Tretikov, a specialist in AI and technology-driven transformation, leads AI strategy at New Enterprise Associates and previously served as Microsoft’s Deputy CTO.

Meanwhile, UBS confirmed the departures of Claudia Böckstiegel and Nathalie Rachou, who will not seek re-election. Böckstiegel, a Board member since 2021, steps down to focus on her role at Roche, while Rachou, who joined in 2020, is leaving for personal reasons.

Chairman Colm Kelleher highlighted how Jungo Brüngger’s governance expertise and Tretikov’s technological background will enhance the Board’s capabilities as UBS adapts to an evolving financial landscape.