Today the
Australian Banking Association Council has appointed Matt Comyn, CEO of CBA, as
Chair and Marnie Baker, CEO of Bendigo and Adelaide Bank, as Deputy Chair at
its Annual General Meeting.
The
Council thanked the outgoing Chair, Shayne Elliott, and Deputy Chair, David
Carter for their leadership of the industry during their tenure.
CEO of the
Commonwealth Bank Matt Comyn said the Australian Banking Association played an
important role in the industry and would continue to do so as the industry
seeks to earn back the trust of the Australian public.
“The
industry is working hard to improve customer outcomes, implement the Royal
Commission and other regulatory changes, and align the Government’s objectives
to grow the economy,” Mr Comyn said.
“I look
forward to working with ABA members to help drive change across the industry so
that it can earn back the trust of the Australian people and continue to be an
important pillar of the community and economy,” he said.
CEO of
Bendigo and Adelaide Bank Marnie Baker said she looked forward to the new role
and helping drive and embed change across the industry.
“Every member of the Australian Banking Association has an
important role to drive prosperity for all Australians,” Ms Baker said.
