David Beaton

David has 40 years’ experience in financial markets having worked for Cantor Fitzgerald Ireland prior to his retirement in October 2023.

David began his career as a stockbroker in Dublin stockbroking firm Butler & Briscoe which was subsequently acquired by Dolmen Stockbrokers in the mid-1990’s which in turn was acquired by Cantor Fitzgerald, one of the largest US investment firms.

David’s main role for Cantor Fitzgerald Ireland was as Chief Investment Officer and he was also responsible for the firms Discretionary Portfolio Management service until his retirement.

In his role as CIO, David was responsible for evaluating and analysing portfolio investment strategy leading to decision making on asset allocation across discretionary portfolios.

David obtained a Diploma In Business Studies from College of Commerce Rathmines in 1984 and a Diploma in Advanced Business Studies- Bachelor in Business Science from Trinity College in 1985.