Hearthstone appoints former Architas UK head Bucher as CEO

Responsible for driving growth

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Residential property investment specialist Hearthstone Investments has hired former Architas head of UK Cedric Bucher as CEO.

Bucher, who joins from investment adviser Cardano, where he oversaw all commercial aspects of its defined contribution business, will be responsible for driving growth at Hearthstone and its funds' AUM. Chairman of Hearthstone Alan Collett said: "Cedric has a wealth of experience within the investment industry and a strong track record in growing fund management businesses. "His appointment demonstrates the strength of our proposition and his knowledge and expertise will be invaluable as we drive the business forward." Bucher spent six years at Architas, the multi-manager of the AX...

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