Kina Securities has announced a leadership change, appointing Ivan Vidovich as the new Managing Director (MD) and Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Vidovich, currently the Chief Transformation Officer (CTO), will succeed Greg Pawson who will step down on January 1, 2025. Pawson will remain as an advisor until July 2, 2025. Kina Securities Non-Executive Chairman Isikeli Taureka expressed gratitude for Pawson’s contributions to the company, highlighting the bank’s growth and increased market capitalization under his leadership. “Ivan knows Kina and our key stakeholders very well, having been our CTO for more than five years. Ivan is a seasoned change and transformation executive with a track record of growing core businesses alongside digital innovation. He has been a driving force behind Kina’s recent growth, particularly in non-interest income which now contributes around 50% of group revenues. The Board is confident that he is the right person to deliver our dual goals of organic growth and business model innovation.” He also noted that Vidovich was selected from an international pool of candidates, demonstrating the company’s commitment to finding the best possible leader. “The Board conducted an international search for a new MD and CEO as part of proper and appropriate MD and CEO succession planning, and from a very impressive international pool, we are pleased to be able to appoint an internal candidate.” Kina Securities new incoming Acting MD & CEO, Ivan Vidovich expressed his appreciation for the new incoming position in the organization. “I am honored to be stepping into the role of MD and CEO for the most innovative bank in the Pacific region. With the Board’s support, my goal is for Kina to be the most dynamic and progressive financial services organization in the region, contributing to the prosperity of the markets we serve. I am excited to guide the organization through its next stage of strategic growth for the benefit of our customers and all stakeholders.” He has over 25 years of senior leadership and executive experience in the financial services and logistics sectors across Australia, Asia, Europe and the Pacific.