IQ-EQ Strengthens Leadership Team with Key Appointments

In a strategic move to bolster its leadership, IQ-EQ has announced a major internal promotion and a high-profile external hire. John Legrand, previously the Regional CEO for the UK, Ireland, and Crown Dependencies, has stepped into the role of Deputy Group CEO, while Richard Surrency has been brought on board as Group Chief Commercial Officer (CCO).

IQ-EQ’s Group CEO, Mark Pesco, expressed enthusiasm about these leadership changes. He highlighted Legrand’s impressive track record since joining in 2020, crediting him with driving strong financial results and fostering a performance-driven culture. Pesco noted that Legrand’s deep understanding of the company, ability to build diverse teams, and success in launching employee-centric and technology-driven initiatives made him the ideal candidate for the Deputy Group CEO role. He emphasized that the company’s commitment to people and culture remains central to its growth strategy and looked forward to Legrand’s contributions in shaping the future of IQ-EQ.

Pesco also welcomed Surrency, recognizing his extensive industry experience and people-first approach as key assets that would bring immediate value to the firm. He expressed confidence that both Legrand and Surrency would play crucial roles in driving IQ-EQ’s continued success. Additionally, Pesco took a moment to acknowledge the contributions of former Group CCO Emma Crabtree, thanking her for her impact over the past three years and wishing her success in her future endeavors.

Legrand described his new position as an exciting challenge and a privilege, expressing his eagerness to collaborate with the Group Management Team to solidify IQ-EQ’s reputation as a trusted global partner for private market investors. He emphasized the company’s commitment to building strong, trust-based relationships and delivering personalized service.

Surrency, in turn, shared his pride in joining IQ-EQ, citing the company’s strong commercial reputation and dynamic growth as major draws. He expressed confidence in the team’s ability to provide outstanding service to clients worldwide and looked forward to playing a role in the firm’s ongoing expansion.

With these strategic leadership appointments, IQ-EQ is poised for its next phase of growth, reinforcing its position as a leader in the financial services industry.

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