WealthKernel, a provider of digital investing infrastructure, announced the appointment of James Dingwall as its new Strategic Regulatory Adviser.
With a specialized focus on the Appointed Representative framework, Dingwall is expected to be “a key role in helping WealthKernel navigate the complex regulatory landscape.”
Dingwall is the founder and former CEO of Thistle Group, a regulatory consultancy in the financial services industry “that offers regulatory advice and services to a wide range of clients, including Fintechs, banks, insurance and investment advisers and managers, and brokerages.”
As the CEO of Resolution Compliance, an Appointed Representative services provider, Dingwall has reportedly worked “with some of the UK’s largest fintechs, including Revolut, GoHenry and Raisin.”
As the new Strategic Regulatory Adviser, the company expects him to “spearhead the company’s efforts in navigating the changing regulatory environment and staying up-to-date on the evolving Appointed Representative regulations.”
He will focus on developing and “implementing strategic plans to ensure smooth interactions between WealthKernel’s Appointed Representative clients and the regulatory authorities.”
Karan Shanmugarajah, CEO of WealthKernel, said:
“James has a track record of working with some of the biggest names in the UK, including Revolut and Diageo. His extensive experience in the FCA compliance landscape and the intricacies of regulatory frameworks makes him an ideal choice to help lead WealthKernel’s efforts to navigate the dynamic regulatory landscape and boost our Appointed Representative service.”