Australian Banking Association names ANZ CEO Nuno Matos as chair
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The news: ANZ CEO Nuno Matos has been appointed as the new chair of the Australian Banking Association (ABA) council.
Matos will replace outgoing chair and NAB CEO Andrew Irvine, who departs after completing his two-year term. ING CEO Melanie Evans has been reappointed as deputy chair.
The context: Matos said priorities for the ABA included building a competitive banking system that meets the needs of all Australians, safeguarding access to essential banking services and protecting banking customers from the threat of scams.
What they said: “Andrew has provided steady and effective leadership during an important period for our sector, guiding the industry through significant policy and commercial issues,” Matos said.
“The ABA plays an incredibly important role in supporting the ability of our industry to deliver for our customers, employees, shareholders and the community. I look forward to working with the ABA and members to continue this essential work.”
ABA CEO Simon Birmingham commented: “Andrew has shown exceptional leadership over the past two years, guiding the industry through complex challenges while keeping the needs of customers firmly at the centre.
“His collaborative approach and strategic focus have strengthened the ABA’s work and delivered meaningful outcomes for the sector.”
Irvine said: “Over this time the banking sector has supported customers through shifting economic conditions, implemented the Scam-Safe Accord, extended Bank@Post services and supported changes to the payments system.
“Importantly we have worked together to ensure cash remains part of Australia’s payments landscape for years to come, in a sustainable and cost-effective way.
“I congratulate Nuno Matos on his appointment and look forward to continuing to work together as we take the industry forward.”
The source: ABA media release
