Crypto Finance hires BlackRock exec Laura Hermann as MD Germany

Switzerland based institutional digital asset solutions unit Crypto Finance has announced that it has appointed Laura Hermann as Managing Director for Crypto Finance (Deutschland) GmbH. In her new role, she will help drive the company’s strategic growth, with a focus on expanding its presence across the MiCAR-regulated European market, strengthening strategic client relationships, and further enhancing the sales organization.

Laura Hermann brings extensive experience from the international financial services and asset management industry. Before joining Crypto Finance, she held various positions at BlackRock in Germany, where she led business development for BlackRock’s technology solutions across the DACH region and Eastern Europe. Prior to that, she served as Executive Managing Director at fintech company Verifino.

Stijn Vander Straeten, CEO of Crypto Finance Group, commented,

“With Laura Hermann, we are welcoming an exceptional leader with deep expertise in institutional clients, capital markets, and digital assets. Her experience will play a pivotal role in executing our growth strategy within the MiCAR-regulated environment and further strengthening our position as a trusted partner for banks, financial institutions, and professional investors.”