Mick McLaughlin has been named the new U.S. Head of Distribution for Hashdex, a digital asset management company based in Brazil. The action is a component of Hashdex’s larger plan to increase its market share in the United States and broaden its exposure to the quickly expanding digital asset industry.
McLaughlin will be responsible for the distribution and growth of Hashdex’s crypto-based exchange-traded funds (ETFs) in the United States, helping to enhance the firm’s engagement with U.S. investors.
Hashdex on Mainstream Use of Digital Assets
Hashdex, a leading global crypto-focused asset manager, aims to capitalize on the growing mainstream acceptance of digital assets, a sector now valued at over $3 trillion.
With the appointment of McLaughlin, the firm intends to bolster its U.S. sales team and distribution capabilities, so that investors can access innovative crypto ETFs.
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Marcelo Sampaio, Co-Founder and CEO of Hashdex expressed confidence in McLaughlin’s appointment, highlighting his wealth of experience in asset management as a perfect fit to lead the firm’s U.S. expansion efforts.
“With his addition, we are even better positioned to continue helping institutions and individuals participate in this investment opportunity,” Sampaio said.
Why is Mick McLaughlin’s Appointment Important?
McLaughlin brings a wealth of experience in the asset management space, having previously served as Chief Distribution Officer at crypto asset manager Bitwise Asset Management. He also held leadership roles at Deutsche Bank, where he was Managing Director and Head of ETF Distribution for the Americas.
McLaughlin’s career also includes over a decade of work at BlackRock, where he contributed to the growth of the iShares business, as well as roles at Barclays, Hartford Funds, and Russell Investments.
In his new role at Hashdex, McLaughlin will focus on expanding the firm’s distribution capabilities, making Hashdex’s crypto ETFs accessible to a broader range of U.S. investors. He expressed enthusiasm for joining Hashdex, citing the firm’s commitment to digital assets and its strong educational support for investors.
“Hashdex has demonstrated a commitment to digital assets across the globe, and I look forward to leveraging my experience as we continue to expand our presence,” McLaughlin said.
The goal of Hashdex’s U.S. expansion is to provide varied access to the expanding digital asset class and novel investment solutions. The Hashdex-Nasdaq Crypto Index ETF (HASH11), which monitors the Nasdaq Crypto Index and is presently traded on the Brazilian stock exchange, is one of Hashdex’s hallmark products.
The Hashdex Nasdaq Crypto Index Europe ETP (HASH), the biggest multi-asset crypto ETP in Europe and the recent winner of the ETF Stream Digital Asset ETP of the Year award, was also introduced by Hashdex.
These products are part of Hashdex’s broader commitment to providing access to crypto markets, including its educational resources and annual reports, such as the 2025 Crypto Investment Outlook.
Hashdex’s innovative approach to crypto asset management has made it a leader in the industry, and McLaughlin’s appointment is expected to further solidify the firm’s position in the U.S. market.
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