Stuart Knowling

Stuart Knowling is a seasoned finance professional with extensive experience in leadership roles within the brokerage and financial services industry. Currently serving as Managing Director at DRW since May 2023, Stuart is focused on expanding the firm's presence in Hong Kong and optimizing trading platforms. Previously, as Chief Executive Officer for Asia at Instinet Incorporated from July 2010 to September 2022, Stuart was responsible for executive management across Asian offices, driving revenue growth, managing the region's budgets, and overseeing a significant trading team. Prior to this, Stuart held various roles at Instinet, including Managing Director and Chief Operating Officer, and directly contributed to the establishment of Instinet Australia as Country Head. Stuart's earlier career includes key positions at Deutsche Bank, where extensive project management and operational oversight were primary responsibilities. Stuart holds a BSC (Econ) in International Banking and Finance from Cardiff University, completed in 1995.