Fiera Capital launches a Zurich office to enhance EMEA services
Fiera Capital Corporation has opened its first office in Switzerland following the implementation of its new regionalized distribution model, as announced in Newswire Canada.
This development is part of the firm's expansion strategy and is subject to regulatory approval by FINMA, the Swiss Financial Market Supervisory Authority.
Located in Zurich, the office is set to serve as the central hub for Fiera Capital's intermediaries' business in the EMEA (Europe, Middle East, and Africa) region and institutional clients in the DACH (Germany, Austria, and Switzerland) region.
The establishment of this office is intended to enable Fiera Capital to offer tailored services to both new and existing clients in these areas.
The Zurich office will be led by Alain Meyer, managing director, head of intermediaries, EMEA & head of DACH.
Meyer and his team will focus on expanding the firm's business in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland and building relationships with various financial institutions and platforms across Europe.
Jean-Guy Desjardins, chairperson of the board and global chief executive officer of Fiera Capital, mentioned the Swiss expansion as a significant step in the firm's strategic development.
He highlighted that this move aligns with their commitment to the European market and is a reflection of their new distribution model.
Klaus Schuster, executive director, and CEO of Fiera Capital EMEA, emphasized the strategic importance of Switzerland in Fiera Capital's growth. He mentioned that the presence in Switzerland would allow the firm to capitalize on financial opportunities in the region and provide services to clients in Europe.
Fiera Capital is known for delivering customized and multi-asset solutions across various asset classes to institutional and financial intermediary clients globally.
