Velocity Clearing Appoints New Global Markets Leaders
The firm adds two veteran executives to its Global Markets division to enhance institutional trading capabilities.
Updated on Oct. 21, 2026 in People
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Velocity Clearing has appointed Dante Ferrarie and Michael Capelli to key leadership positions within its Global Markets division. The move is intended to strengthen institutional client engagement and expand the firm's trading capabilities.
Why it matters
By bringing in experienced leaders, the firm aims to refine its strategy for electronic trading and build out its outsourced sales trading team. This expansion is designed to meet the evolving needs of institutional clients across the sector.
Dante Ferrarie brings over 20 years of industry experience, while Michael Capelli joins with more than 25 years in financial services, including a 15-year tenure at Liquidnet.
The players
Dante Ferrarie
He is a seasoned professional with over 20 years of industry experience who will now lead Global Markets distribution and outsourced trading.
Michael Capelli
He brings more than 25 years of financial services experience, including a significant 15-year tenure at Liquidnet, to his new role in product management.
Ralston Roberts
He serves as the executive to whom both Ferrarie and Capelli report within the firm.
Joe Infantino
He is a current leader of the firm's trading team who will continue in his role.
Michael Mainwald
He is a current leader of the firm's trading team who continues to serve in that capacity alongside Infantino.
The details
Dante Ferrarie is tasked with leading Global Markets distribution along with equities and derivatives outsourced trading, focusing on institutional outreach. Michael Capelli takes on global trading product management to oversee the strategy and development of electronic trading offerings.
Timeline
October 21, 2026: Velocity Clearing announced the leadership appointments.
Market Landscape
This strategic appointment reflects the broader financial sector trend toward integrating sophisticated electronic and outsourced trading capabilities. By securing veteran talent, the firm positions itself to better capture institutional market share against entrenched competitors.
Institutional clients can expect a refined focus on the firm's electronic trading products and outsourced sales services. These changes reflect an effort to improve client engagement and operational delivery for users of the firm's platforms.
The takeaway
The firm is prioritizing technical expansion and institutional sales to maintain its competitive edge in a crowded market. Clients should look for potential improvements in electronic trading offerings as these new leaders implement their strategic vision.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Asset Servicing Times.
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