07-08-2025
Events Industry Disruptors Matt Middleton and Anil D. Aggarwal Acquire ETF.com, Launching New Events-Driven Multimedia Platform
BOSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Matt Middleton and Anil D. Aggarwal today announced the acquisition of a majority stake in from ETFS Capital, which will retain a minority interest. Middleton will assume the role of CEO, spearheading transformation into a vibrant multimedia platform focused on innovative events, high-impact networking, and engaging content that informs and connects investors, financial advisors, and industry professionals across the exchange-traded funds (ETF) space.
Industry innovators Matt Middleton & Anil D. Aggarwal acquire to launch a platform featuring innovative events, impactful networking, and content that informs and connects investors, financial advisors, and industry professionals.
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Matt Middleton is the founder and CEO of Future Proof, the world's largest event brand focused on modernizing and advancing the wealth and investment management industry. Renowned for transforming how wealth management events are experienced, he also brings deep expertise in ETFs. His track record includes scaling Inside ETFs into a global franchise at Informa and launching Exchange ETF, which he sold after its successful inaugural edition as part of a private equity roll-up. Middleton will continue leading Future Proof while also driving the next chapter of evolution.
Anil D. Aggarwal is widely recognized for founding and leading category-defining events as CEO—including the two largest US fintech events, Money20/20 and Fintech Meetup—generating over $500 million in enterprise value through multiple successful event exits over the past decade. His strategic insights and operational expertise will be instrumental in expanding community-driven approach.
" has tremendous potential to become the premier destination for ETF education and community engagement," said Middleton. "We're bringing the creative, attendee-first approach that fueled Future Proof's success to creating compelling events and networking that will redefine the industry dialogue."
Aggarwal added, "We see an incredible opportunity to create something truly unique and impactful in the ETF space. Our combined experience in building innovative events and immersive experiences positions us perfectly to deliver exceptional value and drive deep, industry-wide engagement."
'As the largest outside investor in Future Proof, we've enjoyed a close working relationship with Matt and Anil and have been consistently impressed by what they've built—not only with Future Proof, but throughout their careers,' said Martyn James, Managing Partner, ETFS Capital. 'Looking ahead to the future of and the evolving media landscape, we couldn't imagine a stronger team to lead the business into its next chapter.'
Terms of the deal are not disclosed. Further details about upcoming event lineup and multimedia initiatives will be announced shortly.
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