HSBC Appoints Danielle Johnson as Global Head of Institutional Client Group

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HSBC has appointed Danielle Johnson as the Global Head of the Institutional Client Group (ICG) within its Global Banking and Markets business, effective June 3.

Based in New York City, Johnson will report to Lisa McGeough and Gerry Keefe, Co-Heads of Global Banking Coverage.

Johnson's role will focus on strengthening the bank's coverage of institutional clients, particularly those headquartered in the West with global operations.

She joins HSBC from Galaxy Digital, where she was the Head of Global Distribution & Private Capital Markets. Her previous experience includes senior roles at Credit Suisse and Goldman Sachs.

HSBC sees the ICG as a critical growth area and aims to deepen institutional relationships and increase market share under her leadership.

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• Danielle Johnson's appointment is expected to strengthen HSBC's coverage of institutional clients.
• HSBC aims to deepen institutional relationships and increase market share, a critical growth area for the bank.
• Johnson brings extensive experience from Galaxy Digital, Credit Suisse, and Goldman Sachs.

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NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- HSBC today announced that Danielle Johnson has been appointed Global Head of Institutional Client Group (ICG) within the Global Banking and Markets business. In this role, she will be responsible for strengthening the coverage of institutional clients, particularly Western headquartered clients, who conduct business globally. Johnson’s appointment is effective as of June 3.

Based in New York City, Johnson will report to Lisa McGeough and Gerry Keefe, Co-Heads of Global Banking Coverage.

“Danielle’s impressive experience in banking will be pivotal as we focus on the highest-potential client partnerships to deepen our institutional relationships and increase market share,” said McGeough.

“We’re thrilled to have Danielle join the HSBC team and be based in New York,” said Keefe. “As one of the most important segments in our Banking portfolio, the Institutional Client Group represents a critical growth area globally for HSBC, across our Global Banking and Markets franchises.”

Johnson joins from Galaxy Digital, where she served as Head of Global Distribution & Private Capital Markets. Before Galaxy Digital, she served as a Senior Relationship Manager and Co-Head of Americas Equities at Credit Suisse, as well as Head of Venture Capital Coverage. Prior to that she spent over 20 years at Goldman Sachs, where she served as a Senior Relationship Manager covering Asset Managers, Hedge Funds, and Banks, and also as Co-Head of US Equity Sales.

“I’m extremely excited and honored to join HSBC, leading our coverage of the Institutional Client Group,” said Johnson. “I look forward to leveraging HSBC’s unparalleled international network to best serve our current and prospective clients around the world, in the heart of the financial capital of the world.”

About HSBC

HSBC Holdings plc, the parent company of HSBC, is headquartered in London. HSBC serves customers worldwide from offices in 62 countries and territories. With assets of US$3,0001bn at 31 March 2024, HSBC is one of the world’s largest banking and financial services organisations.

HSBC Bank USA, National Association (HSBC Bank USA, N.A.) serves customers through Wealth and Personal Banking, Commercial Banking, Private Banking, Global Banking, and Markets and Securities Services. Deposit products are offered by HSBC Bank USA, N.A., Member FDIC. It operates Wealth Centers in: California; Washington, D.C.; Florida; New Jersey; New York; Virginia; and Washington. HSBC Bank USA, N.A. is the principal subsidiary of HSBC USA Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary of HSBC North America Holdings Inc.

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HSBC External Communications, US

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FAQ

When did HSBC appoint Danielle Johnson as Global Head of Institutional Client Group?

HSBC appointed Danielle Johnson as Global Head of Institutional Client Group effective June 3.

What role will Danielle Johnson take at HSBC?

Danielle Johnson will be the Global Head of Institutional Client Group at HSBC.

Who will Danielle Johnson report to at HSBC?

Danielle Johnson will report to Lisa McGeough and Gerry Keefe, Co-Heads of Global Banking Coverage.

What is the significance of Danielle Johnson's appointment for HSBC?

Her appointment aims to strengthen HSBC's coverage of institutional clients, deepen relationships, and increase market share.

What previous experience does Danielle Johnson bring to HSBC?

Danielle Johnson previously held senior roles at Galaxy Digital, Credit Suisse, and Goldman Sachs.