FirstCaribbean International Bank recently welcomed on board Mr. Benjamin Freeman, who has taken up the position of Head of Business and Corporate Development in the International Banking SBU.
The role involves supporting two specific initiatives, said a press release. First, Mr. Freeman will be responsible for managing and developing the International Mortgages business line. In addition, he will be responsible for supporting corporate development initiatives, particularly mergers and acquisitions, in the bank’s International Banking business.
Prior to joining FirstCaribbean, Mr. Freeman was employed as an investment-banking specialist for Millennium Associates AG, based in Florida. He also spent some time at IBM, where he managed a competitive technology assessment for a large U.S. credit card issuer.
‘I am extremely enthusiastic about joining FirstCaribbean Bank,’ Mr. Freeman said. ‘My first impression of the management team and staff is extremely positive. The firm’s commitment to professionalism and high standards is evident throughout the organization.
‘I am very much looking forward to a rewarding professional and personal experience with the bank. In turn, I believe my experience in mergers, acquisition and business development will be a good fit in support of FirstCaribbean’s strategic growth ambitions, particularly in wealth management.’
Mr. Freeman will report to Mr. Jan Arne Farstad, Executive Director of International Banking and Corporate Development.
‘I am very pleased to welcome Ben to FirstCaribbean,’ said Mr. Farstad. ‘His many years of international experience in banking, particularly wealth management, will add valuable skills to the bank’s corporate and business development activities.
‘His first task will be to further expand the bank’s International Mortgages business. He will also be an important driver of the bank’s acquisition plans in wealth management and other strategic areas.’
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