Zurich, Switzerland – swissQuant is pleased to announce the appointment of Pedro Porfirio as Strategic Advisor to its Capital Markets division. With decades of leadership in capital markets, investment banking, risk management, and fintech innovation, Pedro will be instrumental in further expanding the firm’s international presence and growth.

Pedro Porfirio brings a wealth of experience from front office roles at Lehman Brothers, Jefferies, and State Street. Throughout his career, he has excelled in managing capital markets businesses and leveraging risk analytics to maximise returns in global trading operations. Pedro has also played a pivotal role in financial technology, having served as Chief Product Officer at Calypso Technology and led global capital markets engagement at Finastra. His expertise in product development and risk management makes him a vital addition to swissQuant as it continues to scale its Capital Markets division.

“I am honored to join swissQuant at such a dynamic time,” said Pedro. “Financial institutions are facing new challenges that demand state-of-the-art risk management. swissQuant’s commitment to rigorous analysis, deep market intelligence, and a strong track record in navigating global regulatory regimes uniquely positions us to deliver superior results. I look forward to contributing to the company’s global expansion.”

Mohamed Louizi, CEO of swissQuant, welcomed the appointment: “Pedro’s extensive expertise across financial services and technology makes him a significant asset to our team. His hands-on experience aligns perfectly with our strategy to develop solutions that address the evolving needs of capital markets. We are excited to work with him as we continue to drive innovation and impact in the industry.”

About swissQuant
For more than two decades, swissQuant has been a trusted partner to major exchanges, regulators, and financial institutions, providing comprehensive services that include the development and validation of risk models, as well as the design and deployment of advanced risk management systems. Headquartered in Zurich, swissQuant combines deep industry insight with proven technology to deliver practical, forward-thinking strategies that empower its clients to excel in an increasingly complex market environment.

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