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TICKMILL STRENGTHENS ITS MANAGEMENT TEAM BY APPOINTING INDUSTRY VETERAN SUDHANSHU AGARWAL AS CEO

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Posted on February 3, 2015

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Sudhanshu Agarwal Appointed as Tickmill CEO

Transparency-oriented global ECN broker Tickmill announced the appointment of Sudhanshu Agarwal as Global Chief Executive Officer effective January 28, 2015. After a decade of holding key positions at respected brokerage firms, such as GFT and AvaTrade in Australia, Sudhanshu Agarwal now joins the management team of Tickmill.

Extensive Background in Forex Operations

Sudhanshu has previously overseen all key aspects of the brokerage business with a strong focus on customer experience, regulatory compliance and high performance forex operations.

Sudhanshu Agarwal

Sudhanshu Agarwal

Sudhanshu started in the industry at GFT and most recently sat on the Board of Directors for regulated firms, such as USGFX and Responsible Manager for Direct FX. Previously he served as CEO – Australia for AvaTrade while launching the Australian branch from the implementation phase through to live operations.

Leadership Experience and Regulatory Expertise

As Responsible Manager (RM) for ASIC approved firms in derivatives and foreign exchange, Sudhanshu ensures Tickmill will benefit from his lengthy industry experience in meeting different-standard compliance, finance, AML/CTF, and customer funds segregation obligations and requirements.

Vision for Client-Focused Service

Sudhanshu says he is determined to “provide an honest service that is client focused and delivers the best trading conditions to the client. With Tickmill, I have the opportunity to develop a company on those main principles.”

He continues, “I have had most of my former years of education in the service industry, hence providing quality customer service is part of my DNA.”

Strategic Direction and Brand Positioning

NatalijaKozlovska, Tickmill VP of Marketing comments, “Our team pursues the clear vision to have Tickmill recognized as a respected leader in the retail financial brokerage industry, a customer-preferred broker for high-quality trading services and an excellent customer experience. Sudhanshu shares the vision with the team and will be a great leader to take the company to new heights.”

Amongst current Tickmill’s attractions to retail brokerage clients are, spreads from zero pips, a transparent ECN (full STP and DMA) platform permitting all strategies including scalping, and a wealth of diverse trading instruments currently including 64 currency pairs and precious metals,while CFDs, and related commodities will be introduced over the coming weeks.

Key Takeaways

  • Sudhanshu Agarwal was appointed Global CEO of Tickmill effective 28 January 2015.
  • Agarwal brings over a decade of brokerage experience, having held roles at GFT, AvaTrade, USGFX and Direct FX.
  • His expertise spans customer experience, regulatory compliance, AML/CTF, fund segregation, and high‑performance forex operations.
  • Tickmill’s client offering includes zero‑pip spreads, transparent ECN (STP & DMA), and a wide range of instruments including 64 currency pairs and precious metals.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When did Sudhanshu Agarwal become CEO of Tickmill?
He was appointed Global Chief Executive Officer effective 28 January 2015.
What experience did Agarwal bring to Tickmill?
He had over a decade of experience at brokerage firms including GFT, AvaTrade (as CEO‑Australia), and roles at USGFX and Direct FX, focusing on customer experience, regulatory compliance, and forex operations.
What are some of Tickmill’s key offerings launched under his leadership?
Under his leadership Tickmill emphasized zero‑pip spreads, transparent ECN (STP & DMA), support for scalping, and offered 64 currency pairs plus precious metals, with CFDs and commodities introduced soon after.
What compliance and regulatory strengths does Agarwal contribute?
As a former Responsible Manager for ASIC‑approved firms, he brings deep knowledge in meeting compliance, finance, AML/CTF, and client funds segregation obligations.

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