Lar***CFA

CEO and founder

Education

University of Southern Denmark

University of Southern Denmark (1991 - 1996)

  • Degree: MSc and BSc
  • Field of Study: Business and International Marketing
  • Description:

University of Denver - Daniels College of Business (1995 - 1995)

  • Degree: Unknown Degree
  • Field of Study: Unknown Field
  • Description:

Ribe katedralskole (1987 - 1988)

  • Degree: Unknown Degree
  • Field of Study: Unknown Field
  • Description:

Skills:

Work Experience:

CEO and founder at GCEX

  • Location: London, United Kingdom
  • Duration: 2018-06 to Present
  • Description: GCEX is an advanced Cryptoasset and Currencies technology solution for institutional and professional clients. Headquartered in London, GCEX part of the GC Group was established in 2018 in response to demand for regulated and compliant exposure to the Cryptoasset market. 

 Authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority, GCEX provides funds, brokers, asset managers, professional traders and banks with an advanced suite of integrated financial technology products including AI applications, allowing clients to automate on-boarding, offer and trade Cryptoassets and Currencies with tight spreads, deep liquidity from Tier 1 banks and solutions for clearing. GCEX - Technology, Innovation, Research Contact us today to learn more: Web: www.gc.exchange Email: [email protected] Tel: +44 (0) 20 3960 8850

Chairman at muinmos ApS

  • Location: London, United Kingdom
  • Duration: 2018-03 to Present
  • Description: muinmos’ cloud-based PASS software instantly and globally categorises clients in accordance with MiFID II in the EU or as equivalent in the rest of the world (KYCC), and instantly determines whether a financial institution can on-board a client to trade in a particular service (KYS), product (KYP) and country (KYCO) whilst performing the full suitability and/ appropriateness assessments. It also clears the anti-money laundering requirements (AML) by using a traffic light rating system with full detailed breakdown of the results.

Chairman at Finovate Capital Partners

  • Location: London, United Kingdom
  • Duration: 2018-01 to Present
  • Description: Finovate Capital Partners is a FinTech investment bank providing independent strategic advice on Mergers & Acquisitions and Capital raising to leading FinTech entrepreneurs, companies and investors across the globe.

Chairman at CFH Clearing Limited

  • Location: London, United Kingdom
  • Duration: 2017-07 to 2018-01
  • Description:

Co-founder & CEO at CFH Clearing Ltd.

  • Location: London, United Kingdom
  • Duration: 2008-09 to 2018-01
  • Description: CFH Clearing is one of the top interbank STP venues in the world. We work with institutional clients around the globe offering Prime of Prime access to all the top banks in the industry. CFH Clearing Limited is fully regulated by the UK Financial Conduct Authority (FCA)
AI Resume Analysis

Candidate Intelligence Report

AI-powered analysis from the perspective of a US hiring director — evaluating career continuity, growth trajectory, and role fit.

Career Continuity & Risk Assessment

Employment GapLow

No evident employment gaps; career shows continuous leadership roles from 2008 to present.

Industry ConsistencyLow

All roles are within FinTech, trading technology, crypto, and financial services, aligning with stated career focus.

Tenure StabilityMedium

Long tenure at CFH Clearing (2008–2018) demonstrates stability, while since 2018 there are multiple concurrent roles, indicating broad commitments but no gaps.

Education-Career MatchMedium

Education details are limited (university name provided; CFA designation noted), which is strong for finance/FinTech leadership but explicit degree information is missing.

Career Growth Curve

Co-founder & CEO Entry
CFH Clearing Ltd.
2008-09 to 2018-01
Chairman Lateral
CFH Clearing Limited
2017-07 to 2018-01
Chairman Lateral
Finovate Capital Partners
2018-01 to Present
Chairman Lateral
muinmos ApS
2018-03 to Present
CEO and founder Entry
GCEX
2018-06 to Present
Assessment: Lars Holst demonstrates a progressive, multi-venture leadership path in FinTech and RegTech, expanding from a founder/CEO role to governance across multiple boards while launching and scaling new platforms. The trajectory suggests readiness for senior executive, board, or advisory roles in scalable, regulated FinTech environments.

Best-Fit Roles (Top 5)

1

Chief Executive Officer (CEO) - FinTech / Cryptoasset Platform97% fit

Extensive founder/CEO experience, proven track record in regulated crypto/FinTech ecosystems, and a history of scaling businesses; strong alignment with global growth objectives.

2

Chairman / Non-Executive Director - FinTech / RegTech92% fit

Multiple chair roles across FinTech and RegTech startups; strong governance, risk oversight, and strategic guidance capabilities for growth-stage companies.

3

Chief Strategy Officer (CSO) / Head of Strategic Partnerships - FinTech86% fit

Experience in M&A, capital raising, and strategic advisory through FinTech-focused firms; ideal for shaping growth strategy and partnerships.

4

Managing Director - FinTech Growth & Investment Banking Advisory82% fit

Background in investment banking advisory and fintech investments; strong global network to support fundraising and scale initiatives.

5

Chief Operating Officer (COO) - FinTech / Crypto Platform78% fit

Operational leadership with experience in onboarding, AML/KYC, and regulatory compliance; suitable for scaling operations in regulated fintech environments.

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