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HSBC Appoints Danielle Johnson as Global Head of Institutional Client Group

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Slice of Finance Team
24 Jun

Key Highlights:

  • Danielle Johnson named Global Head of Institutional Client Group at HSBC, effective June 3.

  • Responsible for enhancing coverage of globally-operating Western institutional clients.

  • Johnson will be based in New York City, reporting to Co-Heads Lisa McGeough and Gerry Keefe.

  • Johnson brings extensive experience from Galaxy Digital, Credit Suisse, and Goldman Sachs.

Source (Business Wire)

Notable Quotes

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“Danielle’s impressive experience in banking will be pivotal as we focus on the highest-potential client partnerships to deepen our institutional relationships and increase market share.”

Lisa McGeough, Co-Head of Global Banking Coverage at HSBC
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“We’re thrilled to have Danielle join the HSBC team and be based in New York. As one of the most important segments in our Banking portfolio, the Institutional Client Group represents a critical growth area globally for HSBC, across our Global Banking and Markets franchises.”

Gerry Keefe, Co-Head of Global Banking Coverage at HSBC
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“I’m extremely excited and honored to join HSBC, leading our coverage of the Institutional Client Group. I look forward to leveraging HSBC’s unparalleled international network to best serve our current and prospective clients around the world, in the heart of the financial capital of the world.”

Danielle Johnson, Global Head of Institutional Client Group (ICG) within the Global Banking and Markets business at HSBC

Our Take:

Danielle Johnson's appointment as Global Head of Institutional Client Group is a strategic move by HSBC to bolster its institutional client services, particularly among Western clients with global operations. Johnson’s extensive background in leading roles at prestigious firms like Galaxy Digital, Credit Suisse, and Goldman Sachs underscores her capability to drive growth and deepen client relationships. By placing her in New York City, HSBC positions itself to leverage her experience and the strategic importance of the financial hub, aiming for significant growth in its Global Banking and Markets business. This appointment reflects HSBC's commitment to enhancing its client coverage and solidifying its market presence globally.