PANTA Index Technology is a pioneering fintech company founded by industry veterans to transform the index creation landscape. Our state-of-the-art, cloud-based SaaS solution empowers financial institutions to build and operate complex, bespoke indices and portfolios with unprecedented scale, speed, and precision. As the only pure-play technology provider in this space, we streamline the entire index lifecycle while offering advanced back-testing and simulation capabilities. PANTA aims to democratize index technology, enabling institutions of all sizes to innovate faster and make data-driven investment decisions. We’re set to become the operating system for next-generation indexing, driving innovation and efficiency across the rules-based and quantitative investment landscape.
This firsthand experience revealed a critical gap in the market. While the demand for personalized index solutions has exploded, the technology supporting index creation, calculation, and management has remained largely unchanged for decades. Traditional systems weren’t designed for the current era of mass customization, creating bottlenecks in innovation and limiting providers’ ability to serve their clients effectively.
Our founders’ journey is particularly noteworthy. Our CEO and CTO previously built and scaled Moorgate Benchmarks, successfully developing innovative index calculation engines that caught the attention of Morningstar, leading to a successful acquisition. This marks the second time our leadership has revolutionized index technology, demonstrating both our technical expertise and our ability to identify and capitalize on market opportunities.
However, PANTA represents more than just another iteration. We’re approaching the challenge differently this time, leveraging our deep technical knowledge and industry expertise to create something truly transformative: an Index Operating System. This platform is designed from the ground up to address the fundamental limitations we’ve observed throughout our careers.
What sets PANTA apart is our unique combination of industry knowledge and technological innovation. We’ve assembled a team of expert technologists who understand both the complexities of financial indices and the cutting-edge technologies needed to revolutionize their creation and management. Our team’s experience spans across index providers, financial technology, and enterprise software development, creating a powerful blend of expertise.
We’re building PANTA Index Technology not just as a solution to today’s challenges, but as a platform that will shape the future of index technology. Our vision is to democratize index creation and management, making it more efficient, flexible, and accessible while maintaining the highest standards of accuracy and reliability.
Tobias Sproehnle – CEO
Recognised thought leader in benchmarks, indices, data products as well as financial market infrastructure
Track record of creating +100% p.a. growth businesses through development and execution of strategic growth plans
Past CEO of Moorgate Benchmarks, successfully exited to Morningstar in 2021
Past CEO of Thomson Reuters Benchmark Services and held senior roles at London Stock Exchange, IHS Markit, and Deutsche Börse
Mark Pralle – CTO/ COO
Germany based serial entrepreneur with 25yrs of industry background
Successfully built engine and global index operations, which was acquired by IHS Markit to drive one of the most successful global fixed income index families
Past IHS Markit COO responsible for its index operations as well as its German entity
Past CTO & COO of Moorgate Benchmarks, exited technology and operations successfully into Morningstar
Stephane Degroote – CRO
Over two decades of experience in steering both regional and global teams, crafting and executing impactful sales strategies, and cultivating strategic partnerships with Buy-side and Sell-side firms.
Renowned for driving substantial AUM growth and revenue across a spectrum of investable solutions, ETFs, index funds, and mandates.
Past Global Head of Investable products at STOXX Indices and EMEA Head of Index Investments Group at FTSE Russell
Mark Penfold – Head of Product
10 years experience in index and ETF data services
Key player in developing Moorgate Benchmarks’ advanced index calculation technology
Past Product Manager for Morningstar Index Services, expanding product offerings
Past Product Lead for ETF data at IHS Markit, optimizing solutions for global clients
