Options appoints ex-NYSE COO Larry Leibowitz to BoD to help shape strategic direction

Rick Steves

“Larry’s expertise will provide us with invaluable guidance as we continue to drive innovation and expand our product offerings.”

Options Technology has appointed Larry Leibowitz to its Board of Advisors as an independent director, the provider of cloud-enabled managed services announced.

Larry Leibowitz is an experienced capital markets and fintech entrepreneur, executive, and advisor that brings extensive expertise in capital markets, trading technology, and market structure, after having held senior positions at prominent financial institutions, including UBS, Morgan Stanley, and Credit Suisse, besides previously serving as the Chief Operating Officer of NYSE Euronext.

At NYSE Euronext, Larry Leibowitz played a pivotal role in transforming the company into one of the world’s leading exchange groups, including by:

Larry Leibowitz, instrumental in guiding the company’s expansion plans

At Options, Larry Leibowitz will play a vital role in shaping the strategic direction of Options, providing valuable insights, and contributing to the company’s continued growth and success.

His vast experience and deep understanding of the evolving financial landscape will be instrumental in guiding the company’s expansion plans and ensuring the delivery of cutting-edge technology solutions to its clients.

Leibowitz has a long and recognized track record in the industry, with over three decades of experience in senior leadership roles. Previously, he served as the Chief Operating Officer of NYSE Euronext, where he played a pivotal role in transforming the company into one of the world’s leading exchange groups. He has also held senior positions at prominent financial institutions, including UBS, Morgan Stanley, and Credit Suisse, and currently sits on the board and advises several fintech companies.

Larry Leibowitz with a passion for advancing the industry

Danny Moore, President and CEO of Options Technology, commented: “We are delighted to welcome Larry Leibowitz to our board. His deep knowledge of the capital markets, fintech industry, and trading technology will be invaluable in our pursuit of delivering world-class solutions to our clients. Larry’s expertise will provide us with invaluable guidance as we continue to drive innovation and expand our product offerings. We are confident that his addition will further strengthen our position as the leading provider of infrastructure and market data to the global capital markets.”

Larry Leibowitz, independent director at Options, added: “I am thrilled to join the Options board. The company has demonstrated exceptional growth and innovation, and I am excited to contribute to its future success. Options’ commitment to providing clients with robust and reliable technology solutions aligns with my own passion for advancing the industry. I look forward to working closely with the team and leveraging my experience to drive strategic initiatives and shape the future of financial technology.”

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