Algorithmics hires van den Akker to push Algo Credit sales

Algorithmics, the Toronto-headquartered provider of risk management software, has appointed Mark van den Akker as a sales specialist to head its Algo Credit risk sales in North America.

Van den Akker’s responsibilities will also include working with existing North American clients to implement effective risk management strategies using Algo Credit.

He previously held senior sales positions at General Electric.

Algorithmics has around 140 customers around the world, but only 40 use Algo Credit.