Top finance CEO stepping down

Tuesday 04 September 2018

The Chief Executive of Jersey Finance has announced that he is stepping down after 12 years in the role to pursue a “new business venture”.

Geoff Cook, who was appointed as CEO in 2007, will be leaving his position after over a decade at the helm of the island’s financial body in order to take up a non-executive role in financial services.

Mr Cook will remain in the role throughout his notice period whilst the Board looks for his replacement.

Commenting on his departure, Mr Cook said: “I am so proud to have been at the heart of this great organisation for the past 12 years, working with a fantastic team, key partners and members to grow our finance industry, an industry that is now recognised globally as a leading international finance centre." 

Pictured: Geoff Cook has been CEO of Jersey Finance for over a decade, but has now announced that he is stepping down.

Mr Cook continued: “It is an opportune moment for a new leader with a fresh perspective to help shape the future direction of our industry."

“After a long and privileged career as an ambassador for Jersey, I plan to transition to a non-executive career in financial services as a board director and adviser. 

“I would like to thank my team, peers, partners and the Jersey Finance Members and Board for their continued support over the years and I am confident that this organisation and our industry will continue to go from strength to strength.”

Minister for External Relations, Senator Ian Gorst added: “Having worked with Geoff for a number of years, I would like to thank him for his outstanding service to the financial services industry and to the island. I wish him all the very best for the future and every success with his new business venture.”

Pictured: Senator Ian Gorst thanked Mr Cook "for his outstanding service to the financial services industry and to the island".

The Chairman of Jersey Finance, Gunther Thumann said: “On behalf of the Jersey Finance Board, I would like to sincerely thank Geoff for his fantastic contribution to Jersey Finance and the success of our industry over his 12 years of service. 

“He has been a brilliant ambassador for Jersey and is highly regarded by all those who have met with him locally and internationally. We wish him well in his new career and congratulate him on his many achievements over the years."