Hong Kong, 21 January, 2026 — Hex Trust, a leading digital assets financial service provider specialising in markets services, custody, and staking, today announced the appointment of Carlo Huerlimann to its Advisory Board, effective January 1, 2026. Huerlimann brings over 30 years of elite banking and wealth management experience to the firm as it continues to scale its infrastructure for the global private banking sector.
Strategising for the Next Frontier of Private Wealth
The appointment comes at a time when the convergence of traditional wealth management and digital assets has moved from a speculative trend to a core institutional requirement. Huerlimann’s extensive background - spanning senior roles at UBS and BCGE, and his current position as Managing Director at Nivalis Partners - equips Hex Trust with the senior-level insight necessary to navigate this transition.
Huerlimann’s contribution to the Advisory Board will focus on driving immediate impact to the firm. He will spearhead the alignment of Hex Trust’s regulated infrastructure with the specific compliance and service-level demands of European and Asian private banks, ensuring a seamless integration between legacy systems and digital asset frameworks. Furthermore, he will leverage decades of relationship management expertise to deepen the firm’s footprint among global family offices and high-net-worth (HNW) intermediaries, facilitating high-trust connectivity. Finally, Huerlimann will provide high-level oversight on the deployment of digital asset solutions within traditional wealth portfolios, architecting the strategy for long-term stability and governed growth in a rapidly evolving market.
"Hex Trust is committed to maintaining the highest institutional standards, and Carlo’s appointment is central to that mission," said Colin Brooks, Chairman of Hex Trust’s Advisory Board. "His deep-rooted expertise in the Swiss and Asian financial hubs, combined with a sophisticated understanding of wealth management, will be instrumental as we structure the future of digital asset services. Carlo doesn't just understand the market; he understands the level of precision institutions demand."
A Legacy of Strategic Leadership
Huerlimann holds an MBA from the University of St. Gallen (HSG) and has spent over three decades leading complex financial projects and client relationships across the globe. His bilingual capability and cross-cultural experience make him a vital asset as Hex Trust continues to expand its reach across Asia and the Middle East.
"Hex Trust has built the most robust, regulated foundation in the industry," added Carlo Huerlimann. "I am eager to contribute to a firm that is actively defining how the world’s most sophisticated investors interact with digital assets. My focus will be on ensuring our strategic direction remains perfectly aligned with the evolving needs of the global wealth management community."
About Hex Trust
Established in 2018, Hex Trust offers regulated institutional digital asset custody, staking and markets services to builders, investors and service providers. Get access to our comprehensive, secure and regulated suite of services built on our proprietary and fully integrated infrastructure.
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