Matthew Coupe was formally global head of cross asset market structure, based in London. He advises on the future market structure, forms the advocacy position of the markets division on areas of market structure, and engages with politicians, trade associations, regulatory bodies Sell side, Buy side, Trading Venues and Vendors. Further to this he develops explanatory and thought leadership pieces around Market Structure. He has previously sat on the FCA’s Secondary Markets Advisory Committee, the CFTC’s Global Market Structure sub-committee, the FMSB’s board and currently co-chairs the Fix Trading Community for the EMEA region. A regulatory and trading specialist across multiple asset classes, particularly when looking market micro structure evolution across all asset classes, and the evolution of the trading ecosystem.

Christopher Hughes is a Senior Equity Trader at Royal London Asset Management (RLAM), where he has been trading equities since 2004. Hughes has witnessed the evolution of the trading desk firsthand, having joined in 2004 when it was a two-person operation. He emphasizes the importance of in-house data capabilities to gain an edge in the current trading environment and is actively involved in building pre-trade analysis tools and market impact models to reduce reliance on broker-provided data. Hughes is a proponent of bilateral trading, engaging indirectly with liquidity providers via anonymous streams of liquidity.. He views this approach as additive to traditional broking methods, with the belief that the rise of electronic liquidity providers has significantly changed the liquidity dynamics in the market.

Christian Ritzmann is Head of Trading Money Market and FX at the Swiss National Bank. Responsible for FX intervention, he oversees CHF 850 billion in global reserves, managed using similar tools to asset managers. Actively involved with the Global FX Code, he closely monitors FX swap electronification, particularly P2P platforms and FX option market development. While less active in NDFs, he focuses on onshore deliverable trades in emerging markets and shares interest in managing regulatory and liquidity challenges. The SNB uses aggregated bank pricing for algorithmic trading and direct ECN access. Mr. Ritzmann engages with asset managers and institutional investors, sharing insights on market developments and infrastructure, while collaborating with central banks via global committees.

Nic is a Senior Multi-Asset Trader whose responsibilities extend beyond execution to encompass management, technology integration, AI adoption, and team building. He focuses on driving innovation and ensuring his team remains at the forefront of market developments. While acknowledging the market’s gradual evolution, Nic’s focus areas include liquidity, algorithmic strategies, and AI integration. His team currently utilizes AI tools to streamline workflows, particularly data analysis and communication, leveraging APIs and Microsoft Core tools to automate tasks and improve efficiency. Nic is keen to explore the further development of AI in trading strategies, especially execution, and is particularly interested in practical applications of NLP within trading workflows.

With over 25 years of experience in capital markets, Rebecca Healey founded Redlap Consulting Ltd in 2020 and launched MindfulMarkets.AI to guide market participants through the shift to AI-driven systems. The mission is to unite industry leaders in developing sustainable, community-led solutions for evolving market practices amidst rapid technological change. Rebecca’s work draws on a decade of collaboration with industry leaders, leveraging their expertise to drive advancements in trading technologies and market structure. Rebecca is a member of the FCA and ESMA Secondary Markets Working Groups and volunteers with FIX as European Co-Chair and ISO, focusing on international standards in Financial Services (TC68) and Climate Change (CCCC).

Eric Böss is Global Head of Trading at Allianz Global Investors, where he has worked since 1994. He leads the implementation of investment strategies across all asset classes. Throughout 2024, Böss has restructured AllianzGI’s trading function, using his experience to inform his views on the future of trading. This involved evaluating various trading desk structures, as well as how to best align trading operations with investment strategies. Böss has also considered resource allocation, deciding which asset classes require specialist traders and how to generate innovative ideas within resource limitations. These insights have led him to develop decision trees for building an ideal trading desk, balancing technological advancements with human expertise. Böss believes that data handling is crucial to a trading desk’s success and has created a new tech team to harness its potential.

Sabina Awan was recently a driving force behind Fidelity International’s strategic evolution. As Head of Strategic Initiatives, she spearheaded their efforts to fuel asset growth and optimise operational efficiency, with a particular focus on trading and operations. With a career dedicated to transforming trading functions, Sabina brings deep expertise in system and technology strategy, alongside structural and business change. She is passionate about modernizing trading through the creation of scalable, end-to-end workflows that span asset classes and business functions. Sabina’s insights provide a roadmap for firms seeking to not only future-proof their trading capabilities but also enhance their current operational effectiveness.

Alvaro Quiros is a Fixed Income ETF Portfolio Manager at Goldman Sachs Asset Management (GSAM), based in London. He leads GSAM’s fixed income ETF portfolio management efforts for the international business, responsible for managing its range of fixed income ETFs outside of the U.S. Quiros will leverage GSAM’s expertise in active fixed income and sustainability. Prior to GSAM, he spent six years at J.P. Morgan, including roles in fixed income ETF portfolio management.

Richard Turner is a highly experienced FX trader with over 24 years in the financial markets, currently working as a Senior Trader at Insight Investment. He possesses a deep understanding of transaction cost analysis (TCA) and electronic execution, areas in which he specialises. Turner is an advocate for transparency and best practices in the FX market, actively promoting the FX Global Code principles. His expertise extends across a range of currencies and trading strategies, and he is actively involved in industry initiatives to improve liquidity sourcing and market structure.

Stuart Campbell is Managing Director, Head of Fixed Income Trading at Bluebay Asset Management, where he has steadily risen through the ranks since joining as a trader in 2014. Now leading the dealing desk, Stuart champions a forward-thinking approach to fixed income trading. He and his team are actively exploring alternative execution protocols beyond traditional RFQ, with a particular focus on portfolio trading. By partnering with innovative providers, Stuart has successfully leveraged portfolio trading to enhance liquidity access and develop a robust approach to portfolio management. His commitment to exploring new trading techniques underscores his dedication to achieving optimal execution and performance.

Sam Knight heads Fidelity International’s global electronic trading division, spearheading the development and implementation of advanced electronic trading strategies across all asset classes. A seasoned expert in market microstructure and trading technology, Sam champions innovation to optimize execution performance and efficiency. His leadership has driven significant advancements, including a 15% reduction in latency and the successful integration of AI-powered tools to enhance trading decisions. Sam is passionate about navigating the complexities of electronic markets to ensure Fidelity International remains at the forefront of trading innovation, leveraging data and technology to deliver optimal results for clients.