Co-Founder and Principal Partner

• Apr 2020 - Present

YourBoard was established to provide industry leading knowledge and experience to SMEs across the world from leaders that are certified in corporate governance and ethics. Our fixed pricing allows clients to confidently absorb the cost into their capital outlay knowing what returns they will get as a result of having a truly independent Board of Advisors behind them and supporting them offering advice for the challenges of growing a business. YourBoard leverages networks on behalf of our clients and gives them the peace of mind to make informed decisions that truly impact stakeholder value. Show less

Co-Founder and Board Member

• Jan 2013 - Apr 2020

Financial technology firm bringing best technology practices to the financial services industry through research, compliance and information management. Established to address the challenges faced by investment managers, brokers, research providers, globally. Financial technology firm bringing best technology practices to the financial services industry through research, compliance and information management. Established to address the challenges faced by investment managers, brokers, research providers, globally.

Partnership Development Manager

• Jan 2017 - Dec 2019

St James's Place is a FTSE 100 company and one of the largest wealth management companies serving the expatriate community in Asia. We have over 25 years of experience and have offices in Hong Kong, Shanghai and Singapore as well as throughout the UK. We currently have $100 Billion of funds under management. I am a senior member of St. James’s Place’s field management team in Hong Kong, where I work with our Partners exclusively to grow and develop their businesses across a number of areas. I understand the different support needed, from established larger practices to individuals newly running their own business, and I am able to tailor my approach to the varying needs of Partners. Through workshops and one on one consultations, the support I offer includes how to build exceptional client service; networking and client acquisition strategies; Practice infrastructure and processes; client facing skills; business development, and business planning and organization. Within and outside of St. James’s Place I also have the resources to assist with all elements of financial planning - for example tax and retirement planning - which is essential information for Partners. The management team in Hong Kong is made up of professionals with diverse career backgrounds. We draw on our different strengths and collaborate to support our Partners, offering expertise and advice to ensure their business is running as effectively as possible. Show less

Chairman and Co-Founder

• Jul 2010 - Dec 2015

The Asian Association of Independent Research Providers is the trade body for the Asian independent investment research industry. Asia IRP members organisations derive their revenue primarily from investors, and not from investment banking, underwriting or corporate broking, proprietary trading or market making, advisory or consultancy services for clients other than investors, or from companies that are the subject of their research. AsiaIRP welcomes applications from new members who fulfil the criteria as an independent research provider. We also welcome partners who support our goal of promoting independent research in Asia. Please contact us for more information The Inaugural Asia Independent Research Summit will take place on October 24th 2013 in Hong Kong. For the first time, this will be an Independent Research only event, featuring Dr Jim Walker, Simon Ogus and Jon Andersen, as well as a whole host of the world's leading independent thinkers. To find out more please contact stockreisser@asiairp.com Show less

Director - Sales and Marketing

• Oct 2012 - May 2013

Edward has 15 years of experience in Independent Research in Asia, New York and London, most recently with Lombard Street Research Ltd, as Head of Asia Pacific. Edward joined IND-X Securities in October 2012 to develop and expand the Sales and Marketing team across Asia working with over 30 IRPs that IND-X represents. Edward has an extensive understanding of buy-side research requirements and the changing nature of independented research across the region. He is a regular speaker on Independent Research, both in the press and at conferences across Asia. Prior to joining Lombard Street Research Edward was involved in financial services and research with Euromoney PLC, ISI Securities, and Business Monitor International. Edward was born in Switzerland and is a native French speaker. Show less

Director - Asia Pacific

• Jan 2008 - Sep 2012

Vice President Sales and Marketing

• Dec 2006 - Dec 2007

Lombard Street Research (US) Inc. New York

Account Manager

• 2001 - 2003

Sales

• 2000 - 2001