Global investor services For alternative asset and corporate services – IQ-EQ – makes senior hire in the United Arab Emirates, after expanding in the Gulf and wider Middle East.

IQ-EQ, a firm offering global investor services, has appointed Joe Ives as commercial director for the UAE. 

Ives, who started his career in the UK police service, has become an expert in financial and corporate services across the Middle East. He has gained a track record of driving revenue growth, fostering relationships and delivering value for clients.

His appointment comes after the firm announced that it is setting up operations in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. See more commentary here and here.

Over the past 10 years, Ives's work in global corporate and financial services has been dedicated to supporting investors and international firms expand into the Middle East, with a particular focus on the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) and Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM).

In his new role, Ives will be responsible for driving IQ-EQ’s commercial strategy, growth plans, and go-to-market approach in the UAE. He will also oversee the origination, development, management, and delivery of profitable business, aiming to achieve key financial and non-financial performance indicators.

Ives will work with introducers, manage direct sales, and lead the growth of IQ-EQ’s UAE business and franchise. Additionally, he will develop and implement a marketing strategy across IQ-EQ’s three main business segments: funds and asset managers, private and institutional asset owners, and debt, capital markets and corporates.

Ives is keen on building relationships and helping clients navigate regional complexities whilst ensuring that the solutions provided are tailored to meet the unique needs of each client. His interest in development, balanced risk management, and team leadership will be invaluable as IQ-EQ continues to grow its presence in the UAE.