Industry Experts in Financial Services
Ilex Associates brings together seasoned financial services professionals with complementary skills and a shared vision. We believe that the asset and wealth management sectors are in a period of rapid transformation that requires both deep understanding and excellent project management.
Meet the Team
Meet the talented professionals behind our success.
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Former solicitor turned investment management professional, George co-founded Aberdeen Asset Management in 1983, growing funds from £50 million to £2.5 billion. He later established AMIC, successfully raising institutional capital for global asset management investments, bringing unrivalled experience in building and scaling asset management companies.
A founding Director of Ilex with over 30 years in asset management, Antony has completed 20+ assignments with major asset managers. Former Regional Head at Aberdeen Asset Management overseeing £120bn, CEO at FundQuest and IMS, and Executive Vice President at Lombard Odier. A Fellow of CISI and Freeman of the City of London.
A seasoned financial services professional with UK and US experience spanning Warburg Investment Management, US securities, and Merrill Lynch M&A. Jan co-founded respected advisory firm Ferghana Partners and established Ilex in 2010. His expertise encompasses strategic business development, acquisitions, fundraising, and global equity markets knowledge.
With nearly 40 years in financial services, Nick has successfully led distribution teams at Aetna, M&G, and BNP Paribas, managed strategic relationships at RBC, and built European fund platform businesses. Now providing strategic consulting services, he advises asset managers and serves as non-executive director at Lazard Fund Managers.
Jamie’s experience in Asset Management spans more than 25 years, and he has held CEO positions at Franklin Templeton, Alliance Bernstein, and iM Global Partner. His expertise spans international distribution strategy, business development, and executive leadership across EMEA markets, demonstrating a proven ability to drive organisational growth in global financial services.
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With over 30 years in financial services, Linda has worked alongside Antony John across prestigious firms including Hill Samuel, Lombard Odier, IMS, and BNP FundQuest. Her expertise spans business administration, project coordination, client liaison, and comprehensive organisational management, making her invaluable to Ilex since 2012.
Insights For Today's Evolving Financial Landscape
The rapid pace of change in financial services demands continuous learning and adaptation. Our blog provides timely analysis of emerging trends, regulatory developments, and strategic considerations specifically relevant to asset and wealth management professionals. Drawing on our team's extensive experience, we offer practical perspectives that go beyond theory to address real business challenges.
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Whether navigating regulatory challenges or pursuing growth, our seasoned professionals are ready to support your success. Arrange a meeting with us today.