Deutsche Asset & Wealth Management (DeAWM) has named Dodd Kittsley as new managing director and head of exchange traded product (ETP) strategy in the Americas.

Based in New York, Kittsley will report to Fiona Bassett, head of the passive business in the Americas alongside Mick McLaughlin, head of passive distribution in the Americas.

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In his new role, Kittsley will head DeAWM’s ETP research in the Americas. He will also generate new national account business and providing sophisticated, innovative solutions for both institutional and retail clients.

Prior to joining DeAWM, Kittsley most recently served as global head of ETP research for BlackRock, providing insight on the global ETP marketplace through their monthly ETP Landscape newsletter and other regular and customized research.

Previously, Kittsley also served as head of due diligence for iShares. Before to joining BlackRock, Kittsley held research and fund due diligence positions at State Street Global Advisors and Morgan Stanley. He has more than 15 years of industry experience.

Jerry Miller, head of DeAWM in the Americas, said: "As we expand our product offering in the U.S., we are focused on broadening our reach and strengthening our position as a thought leader in the passive industry."