Ex-TD executive appointed as COO for SMBC in America
Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corp. Strengthens Leadership with Key Hires
Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corp. (SMBC) has announced significant changes in its leadership team, with the appointment of Greg Keeley as the Chief Operating Officer (COO) for the Americas division and the continued investment in talent.
Greg Keeley, who most recently served as the senior executive vice president of platforms and technology at TD Bank, will join SMBC in April. In his new role, Keeley will lead technology, cyber, and operational functions at SMBC, playing a crucial part in the bank's evolution as a modern, digital, and data-driven institution.
Katsuyuki Kubo, who has been serving as the interim COO, will ensure a smooth transition for Keeley. Kubo is also the chief of staff at Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corp.
The growth in headcount at SMBC's Americas division has been driven by growth in both the front office and ongoing investment in functional infrastructure, particularly technology, risk, and compliance. The current headcount of SMBC in the Americas is over 5,000, with the division having seen significant headcount growth in the last five years.
Hirofumi Otsuka, CEO of the SMBC Americas Division, noted that Keeley's role is crucial for SMBC's evolution. "Greg's extensive experience in technology and operational excellence will be invaluable as we continue to build a modern, digital, and data-driven bank," Otsuka said.
In addition to Keeley's appointment, SMBC Nikko Securities America has been designated a primary dealer by the Federal Reserve Bank of New York. Christine Ferris, who previously worked at JPMorgan, was appointed as the head of securitized products in January.
The U.S. counterpart of SMBC has made key hires across senior-level roles, with Keeley and Ferris joining the team. However, information about Greg Keeley's specific career history or previous roles before joining SMBC was not found in the provided search results.
TD Bank, Keeley's previous employer, stated that since he joined in 2018, he has attracted strong talent and helped enhance the bank's digital capabilities and ensure the security of its platforms. Keeley left TD Bank on Jan. 31 to pursue an outside opportunity.
As SMBC continues to grow and evolve, these appointments signal a commitment to investing in talent and building a strong, modern, and innovative bank.
Business growth at Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corp.'s (SMBC) Americas division is driven by investments in technology and operational functions, as evident by the appointment of Greg Keeley as the COO. With extensive experience in technology and operational excellence, Keeley's role is crucial in SMBC's evolution as a modern, digital, and data-driven institution in the finance sector.
