JPMorgan Chase & Co. has appointed Dwayne Lysaght and Alberto Piana as co-heads of Investment Banking for Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA). The move forms part of a broader global leadership overhaul aimed at strengthening dealmaking capabilities.
Senior bankers to lead EMEA strategy
Lysaght and Piana will operate from London. They will report to global co-heads of investment banking — Dorothee Blessing, Kevin Foley, and Jared Kaye. In addition, they will work closely with regional Senior Country Officers to align local and global strategies.
Lysaght brings nearly three decades of experience at the bank. Most recently, he served as co-head of EMEA mergers and acquisitions (M&A) since 2019. Meanwhile, Piana has spent 27 years at the firm. He currently serves as global co-head of Diversified Industries Investment Banking, a role he assumed in 2024.
Changes in M&A leadership
At the same time, the bank has streamlined its M&A leadership. Cassander Verwey will now serve as the sole head of EMEA M&A. He will report to Charlie Bouckaert, the newly appointed global head of M&A.
Verwey, a long-time JPMorgan executive, joined the firm 27 years ago. He was elevated to co-head of EMEA M&A in 2024. Now, he takes full charge of the division in the region.
Global investment banking leadership realigned
The reshuffle also impacts global roles. Kevin Foley moves from global head of capital markets to co-head of investment banking. He joins Dorothee Blessing and Jared Kaye in leading the division worldwide.
Furthermore, Anu Aiyengar, previously global head of M&A, has been appointed global chair of investment banking and M&A. This role will focus on strategic oversight and client relationships.
Strategic push amid evolving deal landscape
The leadership changes come as global banks adapt to shifting deal activity and client demand. By appointing seasoned executives, JPMorgan aims to deepen regional expertise while maintaining strong global coordination.
