Synechron, one of the fastest growing global technology consulting and outsourcing firms, has appointed David Horton as the head of innovation for Middle East.

New York-headquartered Synechron is a leading independent pure-play technology consulting and outsourcing provider for the financial services industry. With more than 5,500 professionals operating in 15 countries across the world, it has presence across US, Australia, Canada, UK, Japan, The Netherlands, Hong Kong, Singapore, UAE, India, Switzerland, Luxembourg, Italy and France. It has development centres in India.
 
Synechron’s regional headquarters are based in Dubai, UAE.

This new appointment highlights the company’s strategic ambition to solve the toughest technological challenges for clients in the region, continuing to offer high-end, skilled resources and 24/7 global delivery capabilities, it said.

Horton will drive Synechron’s agile agenda in the Middle East and will be responsible for developing and leading a creative approach and forward-looking collaboration with retail banks including current and prospective clients.

Faisal Husain, Co-founder & CEO, Synechron said: ‘’We are thrilled to have David, someone who has proven his mettle in the industry and carved out a niche position for himself, on board with us on this journey. This development will enable us to provide our existing clients with a bouquet of new offerings and thus unleash new revenue streams for us. I am confident that David will drive our strategic agenda and think beyond traditional banking to serve the changing needs of our clients.”

 "David has a long, successful track record of churning out never thought before ideas. He is results-oriented, respected and is the ideal person to help guide the business as we continue our strategic growth plans in the region. David will work closely with Synechron’s team to ensure we serve our clients better" says Vimal Sethi, managing director of Synechron Middle East.

David Horton has a deep understanding of retail banking and brings with him two decades of experience and extensive knowledge in technology, innovation and financial services.  Prior to joining Synechron, he was the chief transformation officer at Mashreq Bank providing technology innovation initiatives and digital strategy across the bank. – TradeArabia News Service