Brett Redfearn, an ex-official from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), has been named president of Securitize and added to its board in anticipation of a public listing planned for this year. The firm announced that Redfearn, who formerly headed the SEC’s Division of Trading and Markets, will collaborate with the company’s leadership to expand its offerings across issuance, trading, and fund administration.
Securitize specializes in converting conventional financial assets such as funds or private credit into blockchain-based tokens for easier trading. With tokenization gaining momentum among major financial institutions aiming to enhance settlement speeds and investor access by moving assets onto blockchain platforms, Redfearn’s appointment underscores Securitize’s role as a regulated intermediary between these entities and digital asset infrastructures.
This strategic hire bolsters the leadership of Securitize as it gears up for an anticipated public listing via a business combination with Cantor Equity Partners II. It also mirrors a growing trend among firms hiring former regulators to adeptly navigate intricate regulatory landscapes.
“Brett has been pivotal in shaping and regulating contemporary markets,” stated Carlos Domingo, co-founder and CEO of Securitize. “He is profoundly acquainted with our enterprise, leadership team, and long-term vision.”
Redfearn’s background includes stints in both traditional finance and cryptocurrency sectors. Before joining Securitize, he established Panorama Financial Markets Advisory to counsel exchanges and asset managers. He also led capital markets at Coinbase (COIN), focusing on boosting institutional engagement with digital assets. Prior to his tenure at the SEC, Redfearn spent over twelve years at JP Morgan.