Sam Johnson is the Managing Director at iSAM Securities. With a successful 14-year career at UBS, Sam has gained valuable experience in the world of electronic trading, leading the UBS London office, becoming the firm’s SME on FX Fixings and running the Electronic Precious Metals Franchise. Sam acknowledges the overlap between sales and trading skillsets in the systematic world, with both roles requiring a deep technical understanding of the offering, commercial awareness and the patience to understand and provision for client requirements. He envisions a future marked by both product innovation and service excellence, supporting the team in deepening existing expertise whilst also progressing to service clients who were historically out of reach.
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iSAM Securities’ Barry Flanigan Promoted to Head of Asia Pacific
28 Aug 2024
In a strategic move to implement growth in the region, Barry Flanigan, former Head of e-Trading, has transitioned to the Hong Kong office, assuming the role of Head of Asia Pacific at iSAM Securities.
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