EDX Markets, a leading digital asset technology firm that combines an institutional-only trading venue with a central clearinghouse, today announced the appointment of David Olsson as Chief Commercial Officer (CCO).
Olsson brings more than 15 years of senior leadership experience across digital assets, institutional sales and banking. He most recently served as Global Head of Institutional Sales at Kraken, where he oversaw the firm’s client engagement and global institutional growth strategy. Prior to this, Olsson held senior roles at BlockFi, Credit Suisse and Bank of America, where he managed global financing and derivative distribution initiatives that scaled businesses and expanded institutional client bases worldwide.
“I am excited to join EDX at a pivotal time for digital asset markets, as institutions are preparing to engage at scale,” said David Olsson, CCO of EDX Markets. “Backed by some of the world’s leading financial institutions, EDX has built a world-class foundation rooted in the security, efficiency and operational excellence that institutional participants expect. I look forward to working with the team to further advance EDX’s growth and reinforce its position as the premier venue for digital asset trading.”
As CCO, Olsson will lead EDX’s commercial strategy, marketing and global business development. His extensive track record of scaling global businesses and driving institutional adoption positions him to accelerate EDX’s growth amid growing demand for institutional-grade digital asset trading solutions.
“We are delighted to welcome David to EDX at this important stage of our growth,” said Tony Acuña-Rohter, CEO of EDX Markets. “David’s deep expertise across institutional finance and digital assets will be instrumental as we broaden our global footprint. With his leadership, EDX will continue to deliver on its vision of providing institutions with a secure, transparent and efficient digital asset marketplace built on the best practices of traditional finance.”