Dr Petra Wikstrom

Dr. Petra Wikstrom is a Business Development Executive at Capitolis, a leading SaaS platform that optimizes financial resources for capital markets.12 She joined Capitolis in July 2020, bringing extensive industry experience across asset classes.4

Professional Background

Dr. Wikstrom has an impressive career history in the financial sector:

• Former Global Head of Execution & Alpha Solutions within FXLM & Commodity Derivatives Sales and Trading at BNP Paribas in New York23
• Previously served as Head of QSI North America within FXEM Sales and Structuring at Morgan Stanley in New York23
• Former Global Head of Quant Solutions at RBS (now NatWest) in Greenwich, CT and London, England23

Education and Expertise

Dr. Wikstrom holds a PhD in Turbulence, Fluid Dynamics from the Department of Mechanics at the Royal Institute of Technology (KTH) in Stockholm, Sweden, which is renowned as one of Europe's leading technical and engineering universities.23 Her unique background combines advanced scientific knowledge with extensive financial industry experience.

Role at Capitolis

At Capitolis, Dr. Wikstrom focuses on business development for the buy-side sector, particularly in the Americas.15 Her expertise is valuable in helping Capitolis expand its services and optimize capital for financial institutions, including major banks, hedge funds, and asset managers.

Dr. Wikstrom's appointment at Capitolis came during a period of significant growth for the company, which aimed to nearly double its headcount from 50 to 90 employees in 2020.1 Her role contributes to Capitolis' mission of transforming capital markets through collaboration, innovation, and technology.