Marvin Labs Appoints James Yerkess and Dean Rigby as Advisors
Marvin Labs is proud to announce the appointment of James Yerkess and Dean Rigby as Senior Strategic Advisors. These two seasoned financial services professionals will provide strategic guidance to Marvin Labs as the company continues to expand its AI-driven investment solutions. Their expertise will enhance Marvin Labs' ability to deliver expert-level AI for professional investors.
James Yerkess: A Leader in Transactional Banking and Fintech
James Yerkess brings a decade of experience from HSBC, where he served as Global Head of Transactional Banking & Foreign Exchange. In this role, he led significant strategic initiatives in Wealth Management and significantly advanced the bank’s global transaction banking and foreign exchange trading operations. Beyond his contributions at HSBC, James successfully launched two innovative neo-banks in the UK, showcasing his entrepreneurial acumen in fintech. His appointment as a Senior Strategic Advisor further bolsters Marvin Labs' strategic vision.
Dean Rigby: Extensive Financial Services Expertise
Dean Rigby offers a 25-year track record in the financial services industry, holding senior positions at prestigious institutions. His leadership at HSBC was instrumental in navigating complex financial landscapes. During his tenure at Deloitte, Dean demonstrated a consistent ability to deliver commercial results and business growth through strategic initiatives, sales leadership, and change programs. His deep understanding of financial services will be invaluable to Marvin Labs.
Strategic Impact and Vision for Marvin Labs
Marvin Labs co-founder Alex Hoffmann commented on the appointments: "We are proud to welcome James and Dean to our team. Their addition as two seasoned advisors for fintech companies significantly enhances our strategic positioning. With their deep expertise and proven track records, they will ensure we not only meet but exceed the evolving needs of our clients in the dynamic financial services landscape, particularly in AI-powered investment analysis."
James Yerkess stated: "I am thrilled to be part of the Marvin Labs team, assisting investors in harnessing AI to revolutionize the investment process. I look forward to equipping investors with an innovative copilot and focused insights to navigate complex financial markets confidently and precisely."
Dean Rigby added: "This is an exciting time to be at the intersection of finance and artificial intelligence. The opportunities presented by recent breakthroughs in financial services are tremendous. I am excited to work with Marvin Labs to be at the forefront of AI application in this sector."
Alex is the co-founder and CEO of Marvin Labs. Prior to that, he spent five years in credit structuring and investments at Credit Suisse. He also spent six years as co-founder and CTO at TNX Logistics, which exited via a trade sale. In addition, Alex spent three years in special-situation investments at SIG-i Capital.