The Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation (DTCC) has appointed Christopher M. Behney as managing director and head of Enterprise Production Assurance (EPA) as well as head of its Dallas office.
Behney previously was managing director and regional head of the Group Technology Infrastructure Organization at UBS. He also held executive positions at Enron handling driving re-architecture and infrastructure solutions.
As head of EPA at DTCC, Behney will oversee IT infrastructure for the companys production environments. He will report to Robert E. Garrison, managing director and chief information officer, and lead a team of more than 300 people who oversee DTCCs IT operations in the U.S, U.K. and India.
Chris brings to DTCC the combination of an innovative mindset with a deep understanding of modern infrastructure paradigms that are essential for this new role, Garrison says. He has an exemplary track record in the industry, and his entrepreneurial approach to business will help DTCC achieve its mission to protect our clients and the financial markets by reducing risks, amplifying operating efficiency and minimizing costs.
Behney is a graduate of The Citadel and holds a bachelor of science degree in computer science.
Joining a company committed to the safety and security of the global financial markets during a period of unprecedented structural and market change is particularly motivating, Behney says. Im looking forward to joining an IT team with an excellent track record and significant innovation agenda.
(CG)