MSCI has appointed Laurent Seyer a managing director and its global head of client coverage in London. Seyer will report to Henry Fernandez, chairman and chief executive at MSCI, and will also join the firm's executive committee. "Seyer brings a wealth of experience in building and managing global client coverage teams," said Fernandez. "He is also very familiar with the way global investors build and manage their portfolios and bring innovative strategies to market. His appointment further st