David Bates is Managing Partner of Citisoft's North America business and part of the executive management team responsible for Citisoft’s operations. With over 19 years’ experience servicing the asset management industry, he has a long track record of developing operational and technology strategies and leading complex transformation initiatives. David has experience working with investment firms, asset owners, hedge funds, and insurance firms with a focus on aligning technical and operating capabilities to business objectives. He began his consulting career in the US Investment Management Practice at PwC.