Ultimus appoints Liz Gaffney to lead strategic partnerships and market development
Appointment builds on Ultimus’ enterprise leadership and a connected approach across public and private markets
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CINCINNATI, Nov. 10, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Ultimus Fund Solutions® (Ultimus®), an independent provider of fund administration and investment operations solutions, today announced the appointment of Liz Gaffney as Head of Strategic Partnerships and Market Development. In this newly created role, Gaffney will lead partnership strategy and market insights in support of the firm’s growth across public and private markets.
Gaffney will develop and strengthen relationships across Ultimus’ network of industry partners, consultants, and other market participants, identifying opportunities for collaboration. Her work will span the firm’s public, private, middle office, retail alternatives, and other enterprise functions, helping connect external market perspectives with the firm’s business priorities, capabilities, and growth strategy.
“Liz brings a distinctive combination of relationship-building, market perspective, and experience across private markets, operation, and especially technology,” said Nick Darsch, Chief Commercial Officer of Ultimus Fund Solutions. “As we continue to evolve our platform and grow, her ability to connect ideas, people, and opportunities will help us deepen strategic relationships and create greater value for our clients and partners.”
Gaffney brings more than a decade of experience spanning capital raising, private wealth distribution, investment operations, enterprise technology and strategic business development. Before joining Ultimus, she led business development at InvestorFlow and began her private markets career at Angelo Gordon.
“Ultimus has built significant momentum and a differentiated reputation by delivering exceptional client service,” said Gaffney. “I’m energized by the opportunity to deepen relationships across the partnership ecosystem and adapt to clients’ evolving needs as the landscape grows more complex.”
Gaffney’s appointment follows the recent addition of Danielle Adamson as Chief Client Officer to combine relationship management across public and private markets and further supports Ultimus’ connected approach to servicing.
About Ultimus Fund Solutions
Ultimus Fund Solutions is a leading provider of essential post-trade fund administration and investment operations solutions to fund and asset managers of all sizes. With technology-driven efficiency, cross-domain experience, and a consultative approach, Ultimus is committed to delivering optimized solutions and superior service at scale. The firm employs more than 1,200 seasoned professionals, servicing over 2,500 traditional and alternative investment vehicles and product wrappers, with more than $800 billion in assets under administration. For more information, visit www.ultimusfundsolutions.com.
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