Katherine Whitton Joins IG Group as Its Chief Marketing Officer

（Source: LinkedIn）

IG Group, a global online trading company providing CFDs and forex, announced that it has named Katherine Whitton as its Global Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) and a member of the Company's executive committee.

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Whitton has over thirty years of experience in the marketing field. Before joining IG Group, she spent three year at Specsavers as Chief Marketing Officer. During her time with Specsavers, her achievements included the restructure of the in-house agency and the development and implementation of a new brand strategy, including a refreshed visual identity, logo, and global store format.

Before that, Whitton has taken roles include senior marketing and management positions with Barclaycard, British Airways and American Express.

"Katherine's track record in spurring growth and harnessing the power of technological innovation make her well placed to help further our growth trajectory. Her background in financial services and consumer brands will enhance our strategic vision and help us connect with and support our core stakeholders. We are excited to have her join our executive committee and share her deep knowledge and expertise with us."Said June Felix, global CEO, IG Group.

"I am delighted to join IG's executive committee in this newly formed role and look forward to supporting the business' long-term ambition,"Whitton said."I look forward to delivering marketing excellence at IG, driving the brand forward and helping deliver innovative and inspiring experiences to our clients across the globe."

Last week, IG Group completed a comprehensive refinancing of its debt,​ involving the issue of £300 million in senior notes bonds that will be due in 2028, in order to implement a long-term funding structure.