Safeguarding Digital
Assets in Japan
Navigate Japan's thriving digital asset landscape with
confidence.
Meet our Japan leadership team
Julian Sawyer
Chief Executive Officer
Julian Sawyer is a seasoned industry leader with a proven track record in driving growth and innovation within the fintech and digital asset sectors. His deep expertise positions him as a strategic force in the industry.
Anoosh Arevshatian
Chief Risk Officer
Anoosh Arevshatian is a risk management expert with a strong background in product development, risk mitigation, and digital assets. Her deep understanding of digital assets and proven track record in risk mitigation are invaluable to Zodia Custody.
Sophie Bowler
Chief Compliance Officer
Sophie Bowler is an accomplished compliance and risk management professional with a strong track record in financial services. Her expertise in navigating complex regulatory environments and her strategic approach are instrumental in building robust compliance frameworks.
James Harris
Chief Commercial Officer
James Harris is an experienced financial services leader with a proven track record of scaling digital asset businesses. His deep industry knowledge and entrepreneurial spirit are instrumental in delivering secure, functional digital asset solutions.
Richard Clark
Chief Revenue Officer
Richard Clark is a results-oriented revenue leader with a proven track record in capital markets. His deep industry knowledge is instrumental in driving Zodia Custody’s growth strategy and expanding its market reach.
John Cronin
CEO Ireland
John Cronin is a dynamic financial services leader with a proven ability to build and scale successful businesses. His strategic expertise and deep understanding of the industry drive Zodia Custody's growth and success in Europe.
Gerry Afentakis
Head of European & MENA Sales
Gerry Afentakis is a financial services expert with a strong track record in scaling businesses. His deep knowledge of asset management and digital assets fuels Zodia Custody's growth across Europe and the MENA region.
Laura Drake
Chief People Officer
Laura Drake is a results-oriented HR leader with a strong commercial acumen. Her expertise in talent acquisition, strategy, and operational efficiency drives high performance and employer brand success.
Jonathan Hugh
Chief Financial Officer
Jonathan Hugh is an industry leader with extensive experience in driving growth across diverse industries. His expertise in navigating complex financial landscapes is invaluable to Zodia Custody.
The latest
Report: The Future of Custody in a Tokenised World
Our comprehensive report, based on our conversations with industry leaders, delves into the evolving role of custodians in a tokenised future, highlighting the challenges and future opportunities
From sommelier to compliance maestro
Mike Sadarangani's journey to becoming Head of Financial Crime Compliance at Zodia Custody is as unique as it is inspiring.
Zodia Custody Partners with Marinade Finance to enable institutional clients to access Solana Staking
Institutions using Zodia Custody Gateway can now access Solana staking opportunities through a new partnership with Marinade
Keeping up with Hong Kong: a fragrant harbour for financial innovation
As the market for digital assets has grown, Hong Kong has become known as a global leader in financial innovation.
Zodia Custody launches institutional ADA staking
Zodia Custody now provides custody and staking support for ADA to provide financial institutions with greater optionality to earn potential rewards from on-chain activity
Report: Digital Asset Policy Playbook
Australia's digital asset sector is poised for significant growth. Navigating its complex landscape and ensuring secure custody are crucial for institutions. Our Digital Asset Policy Playbook provides comprehensive guidance.
Aquanow and Zodia Custody enter strategic partnership
Collateral Protect: A Game-Changer for Digital Asset Lending and Borrowing
The digital asset market is known for its high volatility and complex price discovery processes, which have historically made it challenging for institutional investors to confidently use digital assets as collateral.
Algoz and Zodia Custody partner to deliver a safer digital asset investing model
Zodia Custody unveils brand evolution, reflecting established strength and continued commitment to institutional digital asset custody
Report: The Future of Custody in a Tokenised World
Our comprehensive report, based on our conversations with industry leaders, delves into the evolving role of custodians in a tokenised future, highlighting the challenges and future opportunities
From sommelier to compliance maestro
Mike Sadarangani's journey to becoming Head of Financial Crime Compliance at Zodia Custody is as unique as it is inspiring.
Zodia Custody Partners with Marinade Finance to enable institutional clients to access Solana Staking
Institutions using Zodia Custody Gateway can now access Solana staking opportunities through a new partnership with Marinade
Keeping up with Hong Kong: a fragrant harbour for financial innovation
As the market for digital assets has grown, Hong Kong has become known as a global leader in financial innovation.
Zodia Custody launches institutional ADA staking
Zodia Custody now provides custody and staking support for ADA to provide financial institutions with greater optionality to earn potential rewards from on-chain activity
Report: Digital Asset Policy Playbook
Australia's digital asset sector is poised for significant growth. Navigating its complex landscape and ensuring secure custody are crucial for institutions. Our Digital Asset Policy Playbook provides comprehensive guidance.
Aquanow and Zodia Custody enter strategic partnership
Collateral Protect: A Game-Changer for Digital Asset Lending and Borrowing
The digital asset market is known for its high volatility and complex price discovery processes, which have historically made it challenging for institutional investors to confidently use digital assets as collateral.