ESP Announces Appointment of CFO

NEW YORK, Nov. 28 /PRNewswire/ -- ESP Holdings Corp., parent of Electronic Securities Processing (ESP) LLC, the buy-side solution, providing seamless, global execution, neutral routing and centralized settlement announced today the appointment of Michael L. Charland as Chief Financial Officer.

For over 22 years, Charland has held various senior management rolls in Fortune 500 companies such as General Electric Company and E*TRADE Financial. Most recently, he held the CFO position at Capital Access Network. Charland's addition to the ESP team strongly reinforces the company's commitment to expansion in the marketplace. His knowledge and experience in large and small companies alike will enable ESP to focus even more on becoming the industry leader.

"ESP is in a unique position to deliver powerful solutions for the buy- side client," said Charland. "Because of its broker neutrality, ESP has been able to create products that reduce complexity with added security and privacy."

"Mike's background fits us well with a great mix of technology and financial services. His addition comes at a time of tremendous growth in revenue, customers and prospects. His depth and experience will ensure a balanced approach to our processes and procedures while we continue to broaden our product offering and market reach," said Chief Executive Officer, Joshua S. Levine.

About ESP

Electronic Securities Processing (ESP) LLC, the buy-side solution, providing seamless, global execution, neutral routing and centralized settlement to mutual funds, life insurance companies, pension funds, asset managers and hedge funds. ESP provides innovative trading lifecycle solutions and delivers rapid, secure and customized direct market access and algorithmic routing capabilities in U.S. and global equities, options, and futures. Member FINRA and SIPC. For more information, please visit www.fastesp.com.

    Contact:
    Erika Szychowski
    Electronic Securities Processing (ESP) LLC
    212-485-5120 ext. 2350
    eszychowski@fastesp.com