Manager Moves and Appointments

The Hedge Fund Association, an international organisation that represents investors, hedge funds and service providers, has appointed Don Steinbrugge, chairman of Agecroft Partners, to its board of directors.  »

Reech AiM Group, an asset management group specialising in absolute return strategies, has appointed a new sales team as part of its strategy to align its sales and marketing capabilities with broader business objectives. »

Cheyne Capital Management (UK) has appointed Arron Taggart to its real estate debt team. »

Ardel has put in place a new senior management team as it looks to further grow the range of trust, corporate and fund administration services it offers its international client base. »

Newedge has made two appointments in its alternative investment solutions (AIS) group, a part of Newedge’s prime clearing services. »

The Alternative Investment Management Association has appointed Jennifer Wood as its head of asset management regulation. »

Laxfield Capital, the debt origination, execution and loan management business, has appointed Daniel Smith as head of origination. »

Institutional asset manager Pyramis Global Advisors has expanded its global distribution leadership team with three senior appointments. »

AQR Capital Management, an independent alternative investment management firm with USD54.5bn under management, has established a London office. »

KPMG, the audit, tax and advisory firm, is continuing its investment in its alternative investment funds practice by bringing on board several new partners and managing directors. »