BGC Group, a brokerage and financial services provider, has appointed John Abularrage, JP Aubin, and Sean Windeatt as Co-Chief Executive Officers following the departure of Howard W. Lutnick, who has stepped down as CEO and Chairman after being confirmed as the 41st U.S. Secretary of Commerce. Windeatt will continue to serve as Chief Operating Officer, a role he has held since 2009. The newly appointed executives have been instrumental in BGC’s strategic growth, overseeing daily operations and leading the company’s expansion through organic growth initiatives and acquisitions. Under their leadership, BGC recorded more than $2.25 billion in revenue in 2024.
Each of the new Co-CEOs brings extensive experience to the role. Abularrage previously served as CEO of the Americas, overseeing BGC’s brokerage operations in the region. Aubin led the EMEA division and was responsible for listed products and digital platforms. Windeatt has been BGC’s COO for 14 years and CEO of its UK business since 2012. Lutnick stated, "John, JP, and Sean are world-class executives that have demonstrated their ability to lead, executed on strategic initiatives, and delivered enormous growth for BGC. The Board and I have complete confidence in their ability to manage and operate the Company, as I step into my new role in public service."
