Kirk Hope Appointed as New CEO of Financial Services Council

Highlights:

New Leadership: Kirk Hope, former CEO of BusinessNZ, appointed as the new Chief Executive of the Financial Services Council, succeeding Richard Klipin.

Extensive Experience: Hope brings over 20 years of leadership in the financial services sector, with previous roles including CEO of the New Zealand Bankers' Association and senior positions at Westpac.

Strategic Focus: Hope aims to work on initiatives enhancing financial confidence and wellbeing in New Zealand, with the FSC Board highlighting his expertise in regulatory affairs and policy as vital during this period of sector growth and change.

Leadership Transition at FSC

The Financial Services Council (FSC) has named Kirk Hope, former chief executive of BusinessNZ, as its new CEO. Hope steps into the role following the departure of Richard Klipin, who led the FSC for nearly eight years until May.

Extensive Experience in Financial Services

Kirk Hope brings over two decades of leadership experience in the business and financial services sectors. Before his tenure at BusinessNZ, Hope served as the CEO of the New Zealand Bankers' Association and as executive director of the Financial Services Federation. His career also includes senior roles at Westpac, where he managed Government Relations and Regulatory Affairs. Hope holds a Master’s degree in Law, specializing in financial services regulation, and an Honours degree in Political Science.

Vision for the Future

Expressing enthusiasm for his new role, Hope stated, “I am delighted to join the team at the Financial Services Council as Chief Executive. I look forward to collaborating with the Council members on strategic and policy initiatives that will enhance the financial confidence and wellbeing of New Zealanders.”

Strategic Timing for FSC

The FSC Board Chairman highlighted that Hope’s appointment is timely, coinciding with a period of significant growth and transformation within the sector. “Hope is a proven leader with a profound understanding of financial services, the business landscape, and the challenges many New Zealanders face. His expertise in regulatory affairs, policy, and advocacy will provide robust leadership as we strive to deliver value for our members and promote financial confidence across New Zealand.”

This strategic leadership change is expected to fortify FSC's efforts in navigating the complexities of the financial landscape and advancing its mission to support the financial wellbeing of the nation.

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