The global asset manager has announced David Hanzl as its new head of wholesale, who will be responsible for delivering ASI’s wholesale distribution strategy and based in Hong Kong.
Mr Hanzl joins ASI from UBS Asset Management where he worked as head of regional operating office for Asia Pacific since 2014.
Meanwhile Sean Lee will work as ASI’s head of institutional sales for South-East Asia.
Based in Singapore, Mr Lee currently works as the company’s head of consultant relations for Asia Pacific and will assume the new role in addition.
Prior to his 14 years at ASI, Mr Lee held senior leadership and sales roles with companies including Credit Suisse and NAB.
“We are delighted to expand our Asia Pacific distribution team at a time when our clients are increasingly seeking sustainable and outcome-oriented solutions to meet their financial goals,” ASI’s head of distribution – Asia Pacific, Andrew Hendry, said.
“David brings an established track record in wholesale business management, fund advisory and product platform development, whilst Sean has been key in building strong relationships with a wide network of Asian institutional investors and consultants over the years.
“Both of them are well placed to build on the solid foundations we have in the region to help drive our growth strategy.”
Neil Griffiths
Neil is the Deputy Editor of the wealth titles, including ifa and InvestorDaily.
Neil is also the host of the ifa show podcast.
