Seven Investment Management (7IM) has appointed Agustin Fernandez as managing director for corporate and strategy development.
He joins from HSBC, where he was head of Emea wealth and asset management wealth tech within the investment banking division for four years. Fernandez joined HSBC in 2011.
He has led strategic M&A and corporate finance transactions in HSBC and Credit Suisse investment banking for over 15 years. Prior to this, he worked as a strategy and management consultant at PwC.
The appointment follows Monday’s announcement that Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan Board (OTPP) had agreed to acquire Caledonia Investments’ majority stake in 7IM.
Dean Proctor, CEO at 7IM, said: “As 7IM enters its next phase of growth, I’m delighted to welcome Agustin to the firm. Agustin brings with him more than 20 years of experience in the financial services sector, both in investment banking and consulting. I am confident that his expertise will help us to continue our growth trajectory and support our strategic vision of delivering an unrivalled experience.”
On his appointment, Fernandez added: “I am honoured to join 7IM. I was impressed by the vision, values, and culture that they have built and fostered over the years. I believe that we have a great opportunity ahead of us and look forward to working alongside Dean and his team and contributing to the strategic direction and growth of the business.”
