b-next, a specialist provider of Market Abuse Surveillance, Insider Dealing and Compliance software solutions, is expanding its sales division to build further successful sales channels that will contribute to future growth. Stefan Hoppe joins as Sales Manager.
The new appointment is part of b-next’s strategy to continue to implement and develop an international partnership program. Hoppe will develop, implement and execute a program for sales, sales partnerships and acquisitions; and assist in the management of relationships with current and future partners.
Stefan Hoppe joins b-next from Ullink, where he was previously Business Development Manager in the DACH and Eastern Europe. Stefan has more than 20 years of experience in the financial industry, in sales and marketing of electronic trading solutions to the buy and sell side. He has held professional and management positions in Germany, Austria and Switzerland for such renowned companies as Thomson Reuters, Instinet and Business Wire. Stefan is also an active member of the Structured Products Association (SPA) and the International Bankers Forum.
Stefan Hoppe comments: “Compliance is a hot topic in the financial industry at the moment. As a pioneer in this area, b-next is in a strong position with a product that covers all venues and asset classes, to help financial institutions become compliant and confront market abuse. I look forward to engaging with b-next’s clients and prospects to expand the company’s presence in the industry.”
Wolfgang Fabisch, CEO, says: “b-next is continuing to grow and we are keen to explore the opportunities that lie ahead by developing our partnership programs. Hoppe has the experience and knowledge of the sector to drive this forward. His hire highlights the company’s continued growth and international expansion and I am delighted to welcome him onto our team.” Hoppe will be based in Germany along with international assignments out of the b-next London-based operations.
