FNG Exclusive… FNG has learned that Retail FX and CFDs broker EC Markets has hired Cyprus based executive Christiana Lazaridou, as Growth and Partnerships Manager.

Christiana Lazaridou spent the past year with Zarvista Capital Markets (formerly known as ZaraFX), serving as Chief Business Development Officer. Her prior FX and CFDs brokerage experience includes acting as Global Head of Partnerships at Scope Markets, Head Of Business Development for VT Markets, and Business Development Manager at TIOmarkets.

Welcoming Christiana the team, Global Head of Business Development at EC Markets, Sherwan Zeybo, stated,

“The strategic approach and the robust leadership background that Christiana brings are the ideal combination for further consolidating our position as a leading brokerage. Beyond her extensive knowledge and experience, what truly sets her apart is her ability to adapt growth models to the nuances of different markets and conditions, while continually maintaining the unwavering interest of our partners and clients.”

Christiana Lazaridou said of her new role at EC Markets,

“In today’s highly competitive and rapidly changing financial environment, strategic partnerships are not merely a revenue channel, they are the fundamental levers for market expansion, product evolution, and the enduring value of a brand. As I assume the role of Growth Partnership Manager at EC Markets, I am invigorated by the prospect of contributing to the company’s global expansion, particularly in regions experiencing robust growth, such as Asia, the Middle East, and Africa. With the right strategies, this role can significantly bolster revenue while also cultivating substantial and long-lasting partnerships.”

EC Markets operates licensed subsidiaries in London (regulated by the FCA), Australia (ASIC) and South Africa (FSCA), as well as offshore entities in Seychelles and Mauritius. The group is run mainly from the UK, Cyprus, and Dubai, led by London based Group CEO Matt Smith. EC Markets is controlled by London based Chinese entrepreneur Xiaoliang Lyu.