Confluence, a provider of automated data management solutions for the investment management industry, has appointed Frederick Winston as vice president of corporate development.
Winston will work to advance the company’s focus on strategic growth in the United States and globally, including evaluating strategic acquisition opportunities. He joins from US Bancorp Piper Jaffray Ventures, where he analyzed early-stage technology companies for strategic investment opportunities. He also held senior-level roles at Broncus Technologies, where he helped to open markets in the US and Europe.
“Frederick Winston has a strong background in corporate strategy and analysis, management and business development,” says Kirk Botula, president and COO of Confluence. “Frederick’s venture capital experience and his recent work directing multi-million dollar global programs will be of great value as we actively pursue acquisitions and initiatives.”
Winston will be based in Confluence’s San Francisco office, which opened in June.
“As a fast growth technology leader with top tier global clients, Confluence is uniquely positioned to pursue acquisition opportunities that both deliver added value to their customers and accelerate the company’s growth,” Winston says. “I am honored to be joining a highly-recognized industry leader and am committed to helping Confluence expand its international footprint.”
(CG)