IQ-EQ, a global investor services group, has announced the appointments of Divya Doshi as Managing Director, Sales for Asia and the Middle East, and Koji Ikeda as Managing Director, Japan. These strategic hires aim to expand IQ-EQ’s presence in high-growth markets and enhance client relationships. Doshi, based in Singapore, and Ikeda, in Japan, bring decades of financial expertise to their roles, positioning the firm for accelerated revenue growth by 2028.
With over 30 years in financial services, Divya Doshi will focus on expanding IQ-EQ’s client base and strengthening ties with family offices, institutions, and sovereign wealth funds. “I’m excited to join IQ-EQ at such a dynamic time in its growth journey,” Doshi stated, highlighting the vibrancy of the Asian and Middle Eastern markets.
Koji Ikeda, with 35 years of experience in custody and securities lending, will concentrate on enhancing the firm’s presence in Japan. “Japan is a critical market for international investors,” Ikeda noted, expressing enthusiasm for scaling IQ-EQ’s operations and delivering client value.
These appointments are part of IQ-EQ’s broader strategy to double its revenue by 2028, leveraging a scalable operating model and advanced technology. The firm is expanding into Australia and New Zealand, enhancing regulatory capabilities, and investing in platforms like MaxComply™ and IQ-EQ Cosmos. Regional CEO Sridhar Nagarajan emphasised, “Asia is a cornerstone of IQ-EQ’s global growth strategy,” underscoring the importance of these leadership roles in achieving the firm’s ambitious goals.
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