WT - Leadership updates

Appointment underscores firm's commitment to leadership in the digital assets space, broadening offerings for retail and institutional investors onchain WisdomTree, Inc. (NYSE:WT), a global financial innovator, today announced the appointment of John Whelan as Head of Strategy, Digital Assets. Whelan brings nearly a decade of leadership in blockchain and digital assets from Banco Santander's Corporate and Investment Bank, where he served as Managing Director of Digital Assets after building and leading the bank's blockchain lab from 2016. He previously founded a Silicon Valley-backed blockchain startup focused on institutional credit ratings. "John is joining WisdomTree at an exciting

The collaboration positions WisdomTree as BNY's first retail digital assets BaaS client WisdomTree, Inc. (NYSE:WT) ("WisdomTree"), a global financial innovator, today announced it has appointed The Bank of New York Mellon Corporation ("BNY") (NYSE:BK), a global financial services company, as its core banking-as-a-service (BaaS) infrastructure provider for WisdomTree Prime®, the firm's retail platform for tokenized assets and cryptocurrency. The collaboration between the two firms cements WisdomTree as BNY's first retail digital assets BaaS client. WisdomTree Prime is the first app to provide access to tokenized funds to U.S. retail investors with stablecoin on and offramps via WisdomTree'

Appointment underscores firm's commitment to its ‘work smart' model, talent development, and Team Alpha innovation engine as drivers of performance WisdomTree, Inc. (NYSE:WT), a global financial innovator, today announced the appointment of Beena Joseph as Global Head of Human Resources. Joseph joined WisdomTree in 2014 through the firm's acquisition of Boost ETP and has since been a driving force in building out the company's HR function in Europe. Over more than a decade, she has strengthened people practices, partnered with business leaders, and played a central role on WisdomTree's Global HR Committee, ensuring that human resources remain at the heart of the firm's growth and cultur

WisdomTree, Inc. (NYSE:WT), a global financial innovator, today announced the appointment of Alexis Marinof as CEO, Europe, reinforcing the company's commitment to the European market and strengthening its regional leadership. Alexis, who has been leading WisdomTree's European business since 2019, will assume the CEO title to further enhance the firm's client and regulatory engagement, market credibility and execution capabilities in the region. He will continue reporting to WisdomTree's global President and COO, Jarrett Lilien, ensuring seamless alignment with the company's global strategy. "Alexis has played a critical role in driving WisdomTree's success in Europe. His leadership has

Shamla Naidoo's Extensive Background in Technology, Data, and Privacy Provides Asbury Automotive Group with Additional Cyber Security Insight Asbury Automotive Group, Inc. (NYSE:ABG) ("Asbury" or the "Company"), one of the largest automotive retail and service companies in the U.S., announced today the appointment of Shamla Naidoo to its Board of Directors effective January 1, 2025. The Board has appointed Ms. Naidoo to the Audit Committee and the Compensation & Human Resources Committee. Ms. Naidoo's election brings the total number of directors to ten, nine of whom are independent, including Ms. Naidoo. "We are thrilled to welcome Shamla to the Board. She is a tremendous addition and

PROG Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:PRG), the fintech holding company for Progressive Leasing, Vive Financial, Four Technologies, and Build, today announced the appointment of Robert Julian and Daniela Mielke to its Board of Directors. "Robert and Daniela are recognized leaders in industries that are especially relevant to PROG Holdings. Robert's consumer retail and e-commerce financial expertise, as well as Daniela's leadership in digital payments, fintech and e-commerce, will make them both highly valuable additions to our Board," said Ray Robinson, Chairman of PROG Holdings. "We're pleased to welcome Robert and Daniela as our newest independent directors," said Steve Michaels, PROG Holdings' P

Stockholders vote for all proposals, including to elect all nine of WisdomTree's director nominees Voters repudiate ETFS Capital and Graham Tuckwell WisdomTree, Inc. (NYSE:WT) ("WisdomTree" or the "Company"), a global financial innovator, today announced the preliminary voting results of its 2024 Annual Meeting of Stockholders ("2024 Annual Meeting"). Based on the preliminary voting results provided by the Company's proxy solicitor, stockholders have chosen to elect ALL nine of WisdomTree's nominees to the Company's Board of Directors: Lynn S. Blake, Anthony Bossone, Smita Conjeevaram, Rilla Delorier, Daniela Mielke, Shamla Naidoo, Win Neuger, Tonia Pankopf and Jonathan Steinberg. Sto

Proxy Advisors ISS and Glass Lewis Affirm ETFS Capital's Success in Compelling Governance and Board Change at WisdomTree ISS Highlights Concerns Regarding Lack of KPI Disclosure and Continued Influence of Long Tenured Directors on the Board ETFS Urges WisdomTree Stockholders to Vote AGAINST the Re-Election of Chairman Win Neuger, Director Anthony Bossone, And CEO And Director Jonathan Steinberg on GOLD ETFS Proxy Card NEW YORK, June 03, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ETFS Capital Limited ("ETFS Capital"), the largest combined owner of common stock, $0.01 par value (the "Common Stock"), and Series A Non-Voting Convertible Preferred Stock (the "Series A Preferred Stock") of WisdomTree, Inc. ("W

WisdomTree Board Attempting to Distract from its Inability to Explain or Defend Persistent Undervaluation of the Core ETF Business 2024 Annual Meeting a Referendum on the Board and Management's Refusal to Take Steps to Unlock Value for ALL Stockholders WisdomTree Stockholders Urged to Vote AGAINST the Re-Election of Chairman Win Neuger, Director Anthony Bossone, And CEO And Director Jonathan Steinberg on GOLD ETFS Proxy Card Visit www.UnlockWT.com for More Information NEW YORK, May 14, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ETFS Capital Limited ("ETFS Capital"), the largest combined owner of common stock, $0.01 par value (the "Common Stock"), and Series A Non-Voting Convertible Preferred Stock (the

Tenured C-suite leader brings track record of driving innovation in financial services and tech sectors WisdomTree, Inc. (NYSE:WT), a global financial innovator, today announced that Rilla Delorier, an accomplished leader with over 30 years of executive experience leading digital transformation across the banking sector, has been appointed to WisdomTree's Board of Directors, having received the full support of the Board. Win Neuger, Chair of the WisdomTree Board, said, "Rilla is a powerhouse of digital transformation in financial services and will be a tremendous asset to our Board. She has a demonstrated ability to accelerate innovation and streamline operations, and her strategic expe

Board Rejects Opportunity to Demonstrate True Board Refreshment and Delivers a Rebuke to Stockholders WisdomTree Stockholders Should Voice their Views to the Board and not Accept Another Year of Business as Usual NEW YORK, June 30, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ETFS Capital Limited ("ETFS Capital"), the largest combined owner of common stock, $0.01 par value (the "Common Stock"), and Series A Non-Voting Convertible Preferred Stock (the "Series A Preferred Stock") of WisdomTree, Inc. ("WisdomTree" or the "Company") (NYSE:WT), with ownership of approximately 10.2% of the outstanding Common Stock, which together with its Series A Preferred Stock would represent approximately 18.3% of the Company