Brian has 21+ years’ experience in the funds industry, both in Ireland and internationally and has extensive experience in areas including; operations, client-take, client servicing and product development. Currently he holds the position of Client Global COO & Head of Innovation for EMEA, and more recently was Head of Product for EMEA and the strategic relationship owner for Transfer Agency across Europe. In addition to his innovation role he led the completion of the FinTech Strategy for Ireland, a cross-country industry/government initiative. This now forms part of Ireland’s FinTech 2020 strategy. Prior to returning to State Street in 2015 he was Head of Securities Services for Ireland & Guernsey for HSBC Securities Services. Prior to this he was General Manager and Head of Operations for State Street Poland.

Brian holds a BA (Hon) Business Studies Degree from the University of West Glamorgan, Wales. Brian is an Irish native, born in Dublin and currently living and working in Dublin, Ireland.