Nikko Asset Management has named Udo von Werne as its new chief executive for the Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA) region.
In his new role, Werne will be responsible for overseeing Nikko Asset Management’s business across this region and its continuing growth strategy.
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Werne will report directly to Nikko Asset Management President and CEO, Takumi Shibata.
Werne, who has over 25 years of experience in the financial industry, joined Nikko from Pictet Asset Management, where he served as head of institutional clients for Continental Europe. He also worked with firms including Zurich Financial Services and UBS.
"In our effort to strengthen our global footprint, Udo will be instrumental in helping us to further expand, and his appointment demonstrates the importance we attach to growing our EMEA business. We warmly welcome Udo to our team," Shibata said.
Nikko Asset Management executive chairman David Semaya said: "Udo brings considerable institutional experience in Europe, and we look forward to serving our clients there, under his leadership."
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