Finfox appoints Chief Technology Officer

ECOFIN Software and Technology AG, which develops with Finfox one of the market leading software solutions for hybrid investment advice, has appointed Marco Persi as the company’s Chief Technology Officer (CTO) with effect from January 1, 2024. Creating this new position underscores the firm’s strategy of expansion and its commitment to continuous innovation.

Marco Persi joins ECOFIN from aXedras, a DLT / blockchain-based infrastructure and application provider, where he worked as an Engineering Manager. He has more than 20 years of experience in CTO roles, in leading software teams, and innovating processes and products across a wide range of sectors such as investment and asset management, commodity trading, precious metals, and retail. He is a certified big data analyst and design thinker.

Marco Persi complements ECOFIN Software and Technology’s executive board, which already comprises Andreas Borg (Chief Executive Officer), Ursina Lüthi (Chief Product Officer) and Dr. David Kocher (Chief Customer Officer). With his proven track record in various types of tech projects, Marco Persi will play a pivotal role in Finfox’s ongoing investment into functionality and technology.

“We are thrilled to welcome Marco Persi to the Finfox team,” says Andreas Borg. “We have ambitious plans for the future with Finfox as we have entered into a phase of dynamic growth and change. With Marco Persi’s extensive background in building innovative software products and his visionary approach to software architecture and engineering, we are poised to take our tech stack to the next level and further elevate our product suite functionally. His expertise will fortify our position at the forefront within the wealthtech space, enabling us to adapt swiftly to evolving market demands and continue to set standards in investment advice in the future.”

Marco Persi comments on his new role: “Finfox is one of the preeminent software solutions for hybrid investment advice in the market. I am impressed by the team’s knowledge and deep understanding of client-centric investment advisory solutions. My passion for leveraging cutting-edge technologies aligns seamlessly with Finfox’s vision of harnessing state-of-the-art technology to simplify the investment advisory processes and create lasting value for its clients. I look forward to working with the team and together growing Finfox’s technology and solutions further.”