David Hodge
About David Hodge
David Hodge serves as the Chief Marketing Officer at ThinkMarkets, bringing extensive experience in scaling B2C and B2B businesses globally. He has held various leadership roles in the financial services sector, including positions at CMC Markets, IG Group, and OANDA, and has a strong background in digital marketing and brand management.
Current Role at ThinkMarkets
David Hodge serves as the Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) at ThinkMarkets, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the company's marketing strategies and initiatives. His focus is on enhancing brand visibility and driving growth within the competitive financial services sector. Based in London, England, Hodge's leadership aims to leverage digital and mobile platforms to scale the business effectively.
Previous Experience in Financial Services
David Hodge has held several significant roles in the financial services industry. Before joining ThinkMarkets, he worked at OANDA as CEO for EMEA and Global CMO from 2020 to 2022. Prior to that, he was the Chief Marketing & Growth Officer at Skilling for a brief period in 2022. His experience also includes positions at CMC Markets as Chief Commercial Officer and IG Group as Group Marketing Director, where he focused on CFDs, spread-betting, and stockbroking.
Educational Background
David Hodge holds a Master's Degree in Marketing and Product Management from Cranfield School of Management. He also earned a Bachelor's Degree in Geography from the University of Portsmouth. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his extensive career in marketing and business management within the financial services sector.
Achievements in Business Growth
Throughout his career, David Hodge has demonstrated a strong ability to drive business growth. Notably, he played a key role in growing bmibaby to a £200 million turnover business within three years while serving as Marketing and Revenue Management Director. His expertise spans scaling both B2C and B2B businesses globally, with a focus on digital and mobile platforms.
Expertise in Mergers and Acquisitions
David Hodge possesses strong experience in exit strategies, mergers, and acquisitions. He has worked with listed companies and has held multiple FCA Control Functions, demonstrating his familiarity with regulatory frameworks such as the new SMCR regime. This expertise enhances his strategic approach to marketing and business development in the financial sector.