The provider of governance services for the asset management industry has rejigged its Cayman executive team.

Carne Group has appointed John Ackerley as chief executive of its Cayman Islands business.

Ackerley, a Cayman director to funds managed by global investment advisors, joined Carne's Cayman office five years ago. This publication has contacted the firm as to whether Ackerley replaces anyone in the role and may update accordingly.

“John’s demonstrable ability in providing outstanding leadership has allowed us to strengthen our management team. His appointment as CEO signifies our intention to build upon our success to date and John is well equipped to lead the Cayman team into the next evolution of our business,” said Peter Heaps, managing director of the Cayman office. 

In addition, Carne has appointed Julian Fletcher as an independent director in the Cayman office. He was previously a partner within the investment funds group of law firm Mourant Ozannes, based in the Cayman Islands. Before that, he practised with Shearman & Sterling in New York and Toronto. 

“We are delighted to have another outstanding addition to the team and more so someone of Julian’s caliber and standing in the legal community. This demonstrates our continued commitment to both serving the needs of investors by providing directors with high level expertise and to the continued growth of our Cayman team,” said Ackerley of Fletcher's appointment.

Carne advises alternative and traditional fund managers on their governance, oversight and management needs, as well as providing independent directors to the boards of investment funds globally. The firm has offices in the Cayman Islands, the Channel Islands, Ireland, Luxembourg, Switzerland, the UK and the US.