The latest senior moves and appointments in the Asia-Pacific wealth management industry.

PraxisIFM Group
Channel Islands-based financial services firm PraxisIFM Group has named Katja Daborn as managing director of its Hong Kong office. 

After being with the firm for nearly 15 years, Daborn is experienced in private client and corporate work, advising individuals, families and businesses with their structuring and associated needs, including trusts, companies, international reporting obligations and, for key clients, Hong Kong visa applications.

Heading up the group’s Hong Kong office during a period of increasing demand for private wealth and corporate services in Asia, Daborn will lead a 15-strong team. 

Daborn began her career attaining an LLB (Hons) law degree specialising in German law. With prior experience in employment law, Daborn is also experienced in employee matters, and can speak many languages including English, German and French. On top of her client work, Daborn is the Hong Kong business’ compliance officer and a member of the International Compliance Association.

"As the Group continues to grow its footprint and client base in the region, it’s an exciting time for her and the team," chief executive officer at PraxisIFM, Rob Fearis, said.

The PraxisIFM Group, listed on the The International Stock Exchange, is an independent financial services group based in the Channel Islands, with revenue of £59.2 million ($75.35 million) in the year to April 2021.