Clarien Bank senior management team members Miguel DaPonte and Jennifer Wild, have been promoted to new leadership roles.

Mr DaPonte, formerly Clarien's senior vice-president, head of investment management, has been promoted to executive vice-president, chief wealth management officer; while Ms Wild, formerly the vice-president of human resources, has been appointed to senior vice-president, head of human resources.

Since joining Clarien in August 2021, Mr DaPonte has been an integral part of the Clarien team, and has excelled in various insurance and investment roles over the last two decades.

In his new role Mr DaPonte will lead Clarien’s wealth management business and all associated teams. His primary objective will be to establish Clarien’s wealth management strategy, including leading growth within this arena and ensuring a high standard of service delivery.

Ms Wild will lead in the development and execution of the bank’s HR strategy, and will oversee areas such as talent engagement and development, recruitment, succession planning and training.

Additionally, she will lead Clarien’s diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives, focusing on efforts that contribute to engagement, attraction and retention of a diversified pool of staff.

Clarien’s chief executive officer Ian Truran said: “Miguel and Jenn have demonstrated a deep commitment to our company and our purpose in helping clients to better navigate their financial future, and we are confident that they will excel in their new roles.

“We look forward to their continued contributions to our company’s success as Clarien strives to be a front-runner in the local and global financial services industry."

Mr Truran added: “We are confident that these promotions will further strengthen our team and our ability to meet the needs of our clients.”