BlackRock hired a previous McKinsey partner as its new head of Asia Pacific, taking over from Ryan Stork.

BlackRock on Monday appointed Geraldine Buckingham as chair and head of BlackRock Asia Pacific, succeeding Ryan Stork, who becomes Deputy Global Chief Operating Officer, based in New York. Both appointments take effect on February 2019 and Buckingham will relocate to Hong Kong from New York. 

«Asia-Pacific is one of BlackRock’s most critical priorities. Consistent with our approach around the world, we aim to have a truly local presence in Asia so we can respond to the unique needs, objectives, and cultures of our clients in each market,» said Laurence D. Fink, BlackRock’s chairman and chief executive.

Career Track

«BlackRock’s business in Asia Pacific is extremely well positioned to meet our clients’ retirement and wealth needs, thanks to Ryan and his team. I am thrilled to be taking on this new challenge and will maintain a sharp focus on current priorities, while capitalising on major growth opportunities to deliver the right mix of investment strategies for our clients,» said Buckingham in a press statement.

Buckingham is currently the global head of corporate strategy at BlackRock and a member of the firm’s Global Executive Committee. She is responsible for helping BlackRock develop and implement long-term goals and respond to the competitive financial services landscape.

«40 Under 40»

Prior to joining BlackRock in 2014, Buckingham was a partner with McKinsey & Company’s financial services practice based in New York, working primarily with large global asset managers with additional experience in wealth management and private equity. She was named to Fortune Magazine and Crain's New York Business’ «40 Under 40» lists for 2017.