Solium Appoints New Leader for EMEA Region

CALGARY, April 6, 2017 /CNW/ - Solium Capital Inc. ("Solium" or the "Company") (TSX: SUM), the leading global provider of software-as-a-service for equity administration, financial reporting and compliance, today announced that Iain Wilson joins its executive team as Head, EMEA region effective June 1, 2017. Mr. Wilson will be executive lead of the Company's EMEA business. As a part of the Company's succession plan, Iain's appointment follows Brian Craig's retirement from the Company at the end of May.

"Iain is an exceptional leader who understands the complexities of our market. He has the background and talent to continue Solium's journey to be the dominant provider in the UK and EMEA region," stated Marcos Lopez, Solium's CEO. "He enters into this role with a strong leadership team at his side, a reputation for being obsessively client-focused, and a business that is well positioned to achieve growth at the next level. We are excited to have him lead the business."

Mr. Wilson has held a number of senior roles within the industry and brings with him 20 years' experience building share plan businesses through organic growth, acquisition and the innovation and development of award-winning products. He joined Solium in January of 2017. 

"This is an exciting opportunity to take a leadership role with a great team in the UK and EMEA," stated Mr. Wilson. "Brian's are big shoes to fill. Under his leadership, Solium has built a tremendous foundation for growth and I am delighted to be part of continuing this remarkable journey."

Brian Craig, Managing Director, EMEA region, will be stepping down from his current role and will continue as a Director of the Company. Mr. Lopez commented: "Brian has been instrumental in transforming Solium into what it is today. He has brought vision and invaluable guidance to Solium over the years. I'm pleased that he will remain on the Board of Directors and that he will continue to provide leadership and counsel to the senior executive team."

About Solium Capital Inc.

Solium Capital Inc. (TSX: SUM) provides cloud-enabled services for global equity administration, financial reporting and compliance. From offices in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Europe and Australia, our innovative software-as-a-service (SaaS) technology powers share plan administration and equity transactions for more than 3,000 corporate clients with employee participants in more than 100 countries. Follow us @Solium and visit us at solium.com.

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