Former BlackBerry executive to lead the development and delivery of industry-leading brokerage\u2019s world-class products and services<\/i><\/p>\n
TORONTO \u2013 September 23, 2013<\/b> \u2013 OANDA, a global provider of innovative foreign exchange trading services, is pleased to announce the appointment of Graeme Whittington as the company\u2019s new Chief Technology Officer (CTO). A former BlackBerry executive, Mr. Whittington is responsible for leading the development and delivery of OANDA\u2019s products and services.<\/p>\n
\u201cGraeme boasts a world-class track record in designing and developing highly scalable software products and services,\u201d said K Duker, CEO, OANDA Corporation. \u201cGraeme\u2019s proven strengths in leadership and quality execution are in strong alignment with OANDA’s mission to be a technology leader and the most trusted broker in forex and CFD trading services.\u201d<\/p>\n
Mr. Whittington joins OANDA from BlackBerry, where he held a variety of senior positions including roles in product management and software with a focus on infrastructure systems. He also brings with him global market experience, including work with telecom regulatory bodies, during his tenure with the Canadian-based mobile device maker. Prior to his role at BlackBerry, Mr. Whittington was part of IBM Canada\u2019s consulting arm with a focus on business and information technology strategy.<\/p>\n
\u201cOANDA is a highly-respected, global financial technology company with a solid track record of innovation and transparency in the products and services it provides; I am honored to join the team,\u201d said Mr. Whittington. \u201cOANDA was built on a true foundation of technological engineering excellence, and my aim in this role is to help to continue a legacy of delivering industry-leading desktop and mobile trading platforms that delights our clients.\u201d<\/p>\n
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