Merle is a seasoned executive with more than 35 years of experience driving growth, transformation, and client success across financial services and technology. As Flextion’s Chief Client Officer, he brings a rare blend of technical expertise, commercial acumen, and leadership credibility that has consistently delivered long-term value for stakeholders.

An engineer by training, Merle played a pivotal role in establishing and scaling FactSet’s European division, achieving 35% year-over-year growth across eight countries in just six years. His career spans software development, sales and business development, product management, financial analysis, and investment management giving him a unique ability to align strategy with flawless execution.

Earlier, at VSS Capital Advisors, he conducted due diligence and served on the management team for various portfolio companies. At S&P Capital IQ, he led Global Strategic Accounts, cultivating top-tier institutional client relationships including seven of the world’s largest investment banks generating $6–8 million annually. Most recently, he served as Managing Director and Portfolio Analyst at Greenwich Investment Management, where he combined financial rigor with client-centric insights to optimize outcomes.