The Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment (CISI) has appointed Hylko Zingstra as the new south east branch president.

He replaces Suneeta Puranik who stepped down as president at the end of 2024 after two years in the role.

Mr Zingstra is a director of fund services firm Munehisa & Co, a business he founded in 2022.

He said the firm supports a diverse client base seeking tax-efficient access to alternative investments across the UK and Benelux markets.

He has worked in derivatives broking for more than 10 years, engaging with regulators, counterparties and investors.

He said he aims to strengthen collaboration across CISI’s south east region’s network and create more opportunities for innovation in alternative investments. He said he will also look at more ways to support the next generation of professionals entering a career in financial services in the region.

Mr Zingstra said: “I’m grateful for the trust placed in me and excited about the opportunity to bring more finance professionals together. I look forward to building on the strong foundations already in place.”

He paid tribute to the former south east president, saying: “Suneeta has led with both clarity and compassion, and her contributions have had a lasting impact. I’m deeply thankful for her guidance and everything she’s done to progress the committee.”

Tracy Vegro, CISI chief executive, said: “It is a pleasure to welcome Hylko as he begins his term as the new south east branch president. We look forward to working with him to increase member engagement, particularly with young professionals and new entrants to the profession across the region.”

Last month the CISI appointed Certified Financial Planner Oliver Bourke as the new chair of its Accredited Financial Planning Firm steering committee.