Capitolis Appoints Roy Saadon as Head of Market Development, Portfolio Optimization

Fintech executive and serial entrepreneur with 25 years’ experience to lead product adoption and expansion into new markets

NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE) — Capitolis, the financial technology company, announced the appointment of Roy Saadon as Head of Market Development for its Portfolio Optimization business. Saadon, based in London, will lead Capitolis’ efforts to accelerate product adoption, expand the client network, and drive innovation in new markets.

Saadon brings 25 years of experience in technology, product, and financial services, with deep expertise in market development and scaling high-growth fintech companies. He co-founded and served as CEO of Access Fintech, and previously was a co-founder of Traiana, helping to lead the company to become a global financial post-trade infrastructure provider.

“I have known Roy for a very long time, and he is one of the most innovative and creative minds in the financial technology industry, having implemented critical infrastructure solutions in capital markets that have driven meaningful impact,” said Gil Mandelzis, CEO & Founder, Capitolis. “Capitolis is built on innovation, and as we continue to develop new, groundbreaking solutions, I could not be more excited to have Roy lead this next phase of growth as part of our leadership.”

“Capitolis delivers critical solutions for the capital markets, and has established itself as an innovative industry partner, achieving meaningful scale,” said Roy Saadon, Head of Market Development, Portfolio Optimization. “The company’s relentless commitment to innovation and the incredible team it has built make me excited to join and help lead this next phase of hyper-scaling.”

Capitolis continues to build momentum, introducing innovative products, expanding its client network, securing additional strategic bank investments, and acquiring Capitalab. The recent appointment of Okan Pekin as President, alongside other key leadership additions – including Richard Schiffman as Chief Product Officer, Amol Naik as Chief Operating Officer, and Melanie Carucci as Global Head of Sales – underscore Capitolis’ commitment to driving its next phase of rapid growth and expansion.