Mason Stevens expands platform and technology teams
The investment technology platform welcomes a new head of platform and head of technology.
Vien Luong has been appointed to the Mason Stevens team as head of platform, alongside Tracy Southern’s appointment as head of technology.
Luong would bring over 15 years experience within the financial technology industry to the new role. The head of platform would oversee the continued growth of the firm’s wealth platform technology, as well as work closely with the technology team to support financial advisers in their client relationships.
“Delivering outstanding services direct to financial advisers and end clients is a non-negotiable and I am looking forward to working closely across all facets of the business to further improve our wealth platform,” said Luong.
Southern’s new role as head of technology would see her lead the infrastructure, development and technology project teams.
She joined from FNZ where she had spent the past three years running the NAB Trade Wealth platform.
Tim Yule, Mason Stevens CEO, commented: “Vien and Tracy’s combined experience in driving forward technological enhancements and business growth will ensure Mason Stevens remains at the forefront of the industry”.
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