The Alternative Investment Management Association (AIMA) has appointed three new directors to its council.
The alternative investment trade body has appointed Ronan Guilfoyle of Calderwood, Stephen Berger of Citadel and Liam O’Sullivan of RPIA Capital Management to its governing body, the AIMA Council.
The appointments follow Russell Burt of Marbury Fund Services, Angus Milne of TCI Fund Management and Donna Rix of Citadel stepping down as council directors.
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“The breadth of experience and global perspective of our council are central to AIMA’s ability to represent our members and respond to their changing needs,” said AIMA chief executive Jack Inglis. “As our industry navigates geopolitical uncertainty, differing regulatory priorities across markets and rapid technological change, that guidance is more valuable than ever.
“I am delighted to welcome our new council members, as well as thank those who are continuing to serve.”
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The council is made up of 21 directors in total, with Jon May of Marshall Wace serving as chair. The new appointments are for the 2026-2028 term, effective from 9 September, AIMA said.
“The alternative investment industry has a crucial role to play in helping investors navigate uncertainty and in providing capital to support economic growth,” said May. “I look forward to working with my fellow council members to champion our industry around the world.”
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The full AIMA Council:
Jon May, Marshall Wace LLP (chair)
Jack Inglis, AIMA chief executive
Shinichiro Shiraki, Aizawa Asset Management Co
John Golden, Apollo Capital Management
Katherine Abrat, Arkkan Capital Management
Michael Kitson, Bridgewater Associates
Ronan Guilfoyle, Calderwood
Rania Perry, Capula Investment US
Stephen Berger, Citadel
John D’Agostino, Coinbase
Philip Niel, Egerton Capital
Thomas Scott-Barton, Jain Global (Singapore)
Kate Squire, Man Group
Martin Pabari, Millennium Management
Phillip Meyer, Oasis Capital
Joe Wiggins, PwC
Rosie Reynolds, QUBE Research & Technologies
Liam O’Sullivan, RPIA Capital Management
Christos Nifadopoulos, Rokos Capital Management
Declan O’Sullivan, Simmons & Simmons
Steve Metzger, Two Sigma Investments