This leadership change aligns with the company’s broader strategy of expanding its Bitcoin treasury and digital services.
The Smarter Web Company has appointed Albert Soleiman as its new Chief Financial Officer and Executive Director of the Board. Soleiman brings over two decades of financial leadership. Previously, he served as CFO at CMC Markets PLC, a FTSE 250 firm. There, he played a key role in building its investment platform. He also guides a major business realignment. Before that, he worked at Bitfury Group, a blockchain technology leader and Bitcoin mining firm.
The appointment comes as current CFO Mario Visconti steps down from the board. Visconti will move into a newly created role within SWC. There, he will support strategic projects and help shape the company’s next phase of growth. CEO of SWC, Andrew Webley, praised Soleiman’s track record: “Albert’s extensive experience with public markets will be valuable as we continue to deliver growth and value to shareholders. His leadership at CMC Markets showed his ability to guide financial strategy in fast-moving industries, which will be vital as we expand.”
Soleiman expressed enthusiasm about joining the company. “I am honored to join such an innovative team on a strong growth path,” he said. “I look forward to helping SWC build on its achievements and set new standards, particularly as it pioneers a Bitcoin Treasury policy.”
The appointment aligns with SWC’s strategy. With strengthens its leadership team while pursuing organic growth and acquisition opportunities. The company provides web design, development, and digital marketing services. They have adopted Bitcoin as part of their corporate treasury policy since 2023. In a related move, SWC announced that Strand Hanson Limited has been appointed as its new AQSE Corporate Adviser.
This replaces Peterhouse Capital, which had supported the company through its first months as a listed business. Webley thanked Peterhouse for its guidance. He said Strand Hanson’s appointment will support SWC’s “next phase of growth and the exciting opportunities that lie ahead.” On August 29, SWC also confirmed it has 269,556,453 ordinary shares in issue. Each carries one voting right, underlining its transparency in line with Financial Conduct Authority rules.
With Soleiman now on board, SWC is positioning itself for expansion in digital services. While continuing to embrace blockchain innovation. The leadership changes and adviser appointment suggest the company is preparing for a more ambitious growth phase.
