Senior VP, Market Data & Vendor Strategy

Solactive is Europe's award-winning and independent custom index and FinTech solutions provider, operating globally since its founding in 2007. Headquartered in Frankfurt am Main, Germany, the company has established itself as one of the market leaders in the indexing industry, managing products linked to indices totaling over USD 250 billion. With a client base of over 500 international clients including major investment banks, ETF providers, and asset managers, Solactive has developed tailor-made and multi-asset class benchmark solutions that serve as the foundation for investment products worldwide. The company's philosophy is built on three core pillars: flexibility, proactivity, and efficiency.

Since 2007, Solactive has grown from a German index provider to a truly global organization with offices in Frankfurt (headquarters), Amsterdam, Toronto, and Hong Kong, employing approximately 300 people across four continents. The company has gained recognition for its innovative approach to indexing, including its AI-powered ARTIS (Algorithmic Theme Identification System) that leverages artificial intelligence, big data, and natural language processing to identify new investment themes. Solactive has received numerous industry awards, including Best Index Provider and ESG Index Provider of the Year, demonstrating its leadership in both traditional indexing and sustainable investing solutions.