ISSA selects McKenny as new CEO
28 April 2025 Switzerland

The International 麻豆传媒 Services Association (ISSA) has appointed Julia McKenny as the new CEO.
She will take on the position on 16 June from Colin Parry, who is retiring.
McKenny鈥檚 career in securities services began at J.P. Morgan in 2004, followed by regional and global roles with Northern Trust, State Street, and Standard Chartered.
After returning to London, McKenny further expanded her expertise through leadership positions at TMF Group and Accenture, and worked with the prime broking team at Morgan Stanley.
Her career highlights include serving as general legal counsel, spearheading strategic advocacy initiatives, and ensuring regulatory compliance within complex international frameworks.
Commenting on her appointment, McKenny says: 鈥淚 believe that this is a fantastic role with an incredible opportunity to have a significant impact in the industry.
鈥淚 look forward to engaging with our members, other associations, and potential members to improve the outcomes of the securities services industry and its clients.鈥
Vicky Kyproglou, ISSA Board Chair, adds: 鈥淭he board has chosen to build on ISSA鈥檚 continuing success and growing relevance to make the role a full-time role.
鈥淭his investment will allow Julia to drive ISSA鈥檚 vision to shape the future of securities services.鈥
She will take on the position on 16 June from Colin Parry, who is retiring.
McKenny鈥檚 career in securities services began at J.P. Morgan in 2004, followed by regional and global roles with Northern Trust, State Street, and Standard Chartered.
After returning to London, McKenny further expanded her expertise through leadership positions at TMF Group and Accenture, and worked with the prime broking team at Morgan Stanley.
Her career highlights include serving as general legal counsel, spearheading strategic advocacy initiatives, and ensuring regulatory compliance within complex international frameworks.
Commenting on her appointment, McKenny says: 鈥淚 believe that this is a fantastic role with an incredible opportunity to have a significant impact in the industry.
鈥淚 look forward to engaging with our members, other associations, and potential members to improve the outcomes of the securities services industry and its clients.鈥
Vicky Kyproglou, ISSA Board Chair, adds: 鈥淭he board has chosen to build on ISSA鈥檚 continuing success and growing relevance to make the role a full-time role.
鈥淭his investment will allow Julia to drive ISSA鈥檚 vision to shape the future of securities services.鈥
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