Skip Hashimoto, managing director of Ogier Global in Tokyo, has been appointed to the executive committee of AIMA Japan.
Hashimoto (pictured), says: “It is a privilege to join the Executive Board of AIMA Japan and have the opportunity to work closely with leaders in the Japanese alternative investment fund industry.
“AIMA is widely respected in Japan and works closely with the Tokyo Metropolitan government as well as the Ministry of Finance and other government and regulatory bodies to further enhance and develop a closer relationship between the investment funds industry.”
Chaired by Ed Rogers of Rogers Investment Advisors, the AIMA Japan Executive Committee also includes board members representing blue chip firms such as Nomura Securities, BNY Mellon, Shinsei Bank and Wellington Investments.
Hashimoto’s appointment marks the first time that Ogier has been represented in the AIMA Japan Chapter.
Ogier Global in Japan provides a window to the Japanese market for Ogier globally by being the ears and eyes on the ground and providing ongoing support to clients. Ogier will be celebrating its 10th year in Japan this autumn.