Lang (pictured), who is an investment manager at Canaccord Genuity Wealth, has worked in the island’s financial services sector for over 18 years and has experience in retail, private banking and wealth management. 

“The CISI Isle of Man committee has always been a beacon of professionalism, integrity, and excellence in our industry. I am eager to continue this legacy and work collaboratively with industry leaders, educational institutions, and regulatory bodies to ensure that our members are not only well-equipped to meet the demands of today’s financial landscape but also prepared to lead the innovations of tomorrow,” Lang said. “I am particularly looking forward to engaging with companies and businesses across the Isle of Man. By fostering these relationships, we can create more opportunities for professional development, knowledge sharing, and networking. Together, we can enhance the reputation and impact of the CISI on our island.”

“Jamie is ideally placed to follow in Katie’s stead as president. His passion and clear commitment to professionalism is exemplary and reflects perfectly the Isle of Man branch committee’s mission,” CISI CEO Tracy Vegro OBE said.

Carmignac
Paris-based asset manager has appointed Christian Elliott as a business development director for the UK, effective July.

Elliott will be responsible for supporting the firm’s growth strategy, focusing on the wholesale and institutional client segments in London and the Channel Islands. He reports to Gavin Ward, who joined the company in September 2023 as head of UK business development.

“I am confident Christian’s wealth of experience across the UK distribution market will prove most valuable as we serve our growing client base,” Ward said.

Christian is a highly seasoned sales professional with over 20 years of experience across all distribution channels. He began his career at Fidelity FundsNetwork in 2000, and then moved to Invesco Perpetual as broker liaison executive until 2007. For almost a decade, he was UK discretionary sales manager at UBS Global Asset Management, then sales director at Man GLG, where he was responsible for London and the Channel Islands from January 2015 to December 2023.

Elliott has a BA in geography and psychology from Nottingham Trent University.