Global forex and CFD trading platform Empire FX has appointed Sahil Patel as its new Chief Operating Officer (COO), as the company pushes ahead with its international expansion plans.
Patel will operate from the company’s Nairobi office in Kenya. Moreover, he brings years of leadership experience from the global online trading industry. Before joining Empire FX, he served as CEO at Pepperstone, where he helped scale the business across multiple international markets. He also held senior leadership roles at IG Group.
Focus on scalable operations and client experience
At Empire FX, Patel will oversee global operations and focus on strengthening infrastructure, improving client experience, and supporting scalable growth in key markets. These regions include Africa, the Middle East, and Asia.
Peter Onyango, CEO of Empire FX, said the appointment marks a major milestone in the company’s growth journey.
He noted that Empire FX is moving beyond geographic expansion and building a more sophisticated global trading business. According to Onyango, Patel’s experience in managing high-growth organisations and navigating complex market conditions will help the company strengthen operations and maintain service quality while expanding internationally.
Empire FX plans long-term operational expansion
Speaking about his appointment, Patel said the company is entering an important phase of growth. He added that his immediate priority will be to build a strong operational framework that supports sustainable long-term expansion.
Patel also highlighted the importance of technology, infrastructure, and process efficiency in today’s trading environment. In addition, he said clients now expect reliability, transparency, and consistency alongside market access, and Empire FX aims to strengthen these areas further.
Emerging markets remain key priority
Empire FX has steadily expanded its international presence over the last few years, especially across emerging markets. The company continues to adopt localised market strategies while strengthening regional support capabilities.
The appointment of Patel reflects Empire FX’s broader strategy of bringing experienced global leadership into the business as it scales operations across multiple regions.
About Empire FX
Empire FX is a licensed online forex and CFD broker that offers trading access across global financial markets. The company provides a secure and transparent trading environment, along with localised customer support and educational resources for traders.
