Global service provider Hawksford has underlined the important role of its new Cayman Islands operation in its ambitious global growth strategy, at their launch event in the jurisdiction last week.
At the brand launch event, held at The Wharf in George Town last Thursday (18 September), the Cayman Islands team was joined by senior members of Hawksford’s Group leadership to officially introduce the combined global service provider to an audience of Cayman finance professionals.
Joining the Cayman team from Hawksford’s head office in Jersey was Michel Van Leeuwen, Group Chief Executive Officer; Steve Spybey, Chief Operating Officer; Simon Page, Head of Funds; Gavin Wilkins, Chief Commercial Officer; and Matthew Wilkinson, Chief Integration Officer.
The event follows Hawksford’s acquisition of Cayman and US-based specialist governance and fund services firm, Paradigm Governance Partners, in 2024 as part of its strategy to expand its multi-jurisdictional and multi-service funds proposition. The team has now been brought fully under the Hawksford brand.
Continuing to be led by the four Paradigm founding partners – Geoff Ruddick (Managing Director & Country Head – Cayman), Nic Corsetti (Managing Director & Country Head – USA), Leo Kassam (Managing Director), Cary Marr (Managing Director), in addition to Tamara Hill who recently joined as COO – the 30-strong Hawksford Cayman team provides a range of boutique fiduciary services to investment fund managers, including independent directorship, distressed fund and value recovery, outsourced accounting, family office operational support, anti-money laundering, economic substance, and ancillary services.
Also announced at the event was Hawksford’s commitment to supporting the National Trust for the Cayman Islands, through raising awareness and funds for an initiative aimed at safeguarding the habitat of the indigenous Brac parrot. The initiative, which aims to expand the natural reserve in which Cayman’s national bird lives, aligns well with Hawksford’s wider global commitment to supporting the communities and environments in which it operates.
Commenting on the official launch of Hawksford in Cayman, Simon Page, Head of Funds, said:
“Cayman is a globally recognised centre for hedge and private equity funds, making it a natural next step in Hawksford’s ambitious multi-jurisdictional growth strategy – particularly within the Americas. The deep expertise of our Cayman team will significantly enhance our client offering, diversify our overall proposition and provide us with a fantastic platform for further growth, and I am delighted to officially welcome them to the Hawksford family.”
Geoff Ruddick, Managing Director and Country Head – Cayman Islands at Hawksford, added:
“Now officially operating under the Hawksford brand, our Cayman team is well-positioned to support the firm’s global growth journey while also unlocking new opportunities for clients through our extensive international network. We were also proud to be able to utilise our event to raise awareness and support the National Trust’s initiative to help protect the unique wildlife habitat of the Cayman Brac parrot. This effort reflects our long-standing commitment to making a meaningful contribution in our local community.”
