LONDON, May 22, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Aztec Group, a leading international
fund and corporate services provider, has strengthened its senior team with
three key management appointments, who will also join the Executive Board.
Stuart Fulton has joined the Group as Chief Financial Officer, Jane Hanson as
Chief People Officer and Richard Larnder as Chief Strategy and Transformation
Officer.
"It's great to have Stuart, Jane and Richard on board with their wealth of
expertise in financial services and fresh perspectives from other sectors, their
insight will be invaluable as we continue to grow our business, develop our
teams and deliver exceptional service to our clients," said Aztec Group CEO
Kathryn Purves.

  * Stuart Fulton will lead Aztec's Finance, Legal and Risk Functions. Stuart
    joins Aztec from Vistra, where he spent more than seven years.
  * Jane Hanson will lead the Group's People function, including the specialist
    learning and development team at the Aztec Academy, Reward, Recruitment and
    Culture. Jane comes to the Group after five years at Nationwide Building
    Society.
  * Richard Larnder will lead Aztec's Strategy, Innovation and Transformation

efforts, in addition to Sustainability and Corporate Communications. Richard

    has worked in private equity for more than 15 years with a focus on leading
    businesses through strategic change.

Stuart said: "Aztec's phenomenal growth over the past two decades is a testament
to its client service and the people who deliver it. It is an exciting time for
the Group and I'm looking forward to helping us continue the growth trajectory
over the next phase."
The new executive additions come at a key time in Aztec's growth. Jane noted
that the Group is making significant investments in technology and people.
"Aztec is built on the strength of its people. Across all our locations, hiring
and retaining the best is critical for our continued success. I'm thrilled to
join a team that understands the value of its people," she said.
The new additions to the management team will join the Executive Board and will
also help shape Aztec's strategy of delivering excellent client service.
Richard said: "Aztec's ambition is to be the premium provider of private market
asset services. Continuing to look ahead and evolve our strategy will be key to
making that ambition a reality. I'm proud to join the Group at this pivotal
point in its journey."
Part of the journey includes Aztec's international expansion into the U.S.
Recently, the Group strengthened its team with the appointment of Scott Kraemer
as Head of U.S. Markets. Scott has overall responsibility for Aztec's growth in
the U.S. from its Philadelphia and New York offices.
Over the past year, Aztec Group has also expanded to Ireland and made
substantial investments in Investor Services and AIFM while also strengthening
teams serving the Real Assets and Private Credit asset classes.
Notes to Editor
About the Aztec Group
Established in 2001, Aztec Group is an award-winning independent provider of
fund and corporate services, employing more than 2,000 people across the UK,
U.S., Luxembourg, Ireland and the Channel Islands. The Group specialises in
alternative investments, administering more than EUR600 billion in assets, 450
funds and 4,500 entities for a range of clients, spanning the major asset
classes including private equity, venture capital, private credit, real estate
and infrastructure.
Contact Details
Sophie Morgan
Senior Communications Manager
Sophie.morgan@aztecgroup.co.uk (mailto:Sophie.morgan@aztecgroup.co.uk)
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