BTIG Hong Kong, a broker dealer specializing in institutional trading and related brokerage services, has become a member of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, giving the firm direct access to the region.
BTIG has also expanded its Hong Kong-based team with the appointment of Charles Crofton-Atkins as an executive director. Previously, he held a variety of roles at SHK Securities, South China Securities, HSBC Securities and Credit Suisse First Boston.
The BTIG Hong Kong Sales team also includes, Christian Kielland, managing director and head of BTIG’s Hong Kong, Charles Chen, director, Louisa Liu, vice president, Sales Trading, and Tim Lo, vice president, Sales.
Kevin Chessen, head of BTIG LLC’s International division, said: Our clients want access to a global platform and through our office in Hong Kong we are able to offer that service across Asia. Our acceptance to the Hong Kong Exchange is an important part of our growth in the region and combined with the exceptional talent that we are attracting to BTIG, we are well positioned to take advantage of opportunities across Asia.
Grant Mason, former executive director, said: Hong Kong is an important strategic market for BTIG and provides a gateway for us to the rest of Asia. The ongoing expansion of the team in Hong Kong provides our clients with a strong on-the-ground presence with local knowledge and expertise combined with BTIG’s proven model of high-touch execution and compelling value-added services.
