Bankers Association Announces New CEO
The Bermuda Bankers Association [BBA] welcomed Geoff Scott as its new CEO, succeeding Thomas O’Rourke who steps down after 4 years in the role.
A spokesperson said, “Geoff has over 30 years of experience in the financial services industry, starting his career in Canada and transitioning to Barbados in 2012 as Chief Risk Officer at a leading Caribbean commercial bank. He has, since 2018, served on the Board of Directors of the National Commercial Bank of Anguilla Ltd, for which he is currently Chairman.
“Geoff has a Bachelor of Commerce degree from the University of Toronto, an M.B.A. from McGill University and Manchester Business School, and is a Chartered Director.”
When asked about his new role, he commented, “I am honored to have the opportunity to lead the BBA, and to build on the solid foundation established by Tom. The BBA continues to have an important role to play in advocacy, education and communications – so that all Bermudians understand and benefit from our resilient and forward-looking local banks.”
Outgoing BBA Chairman, Michael Neff said, “Geoff succeeds Thomas O’Rourke, who was the first full-time CEO of the BBA and served in that capacity since 2018. Mr. O’Rourke retired at the end of 2022 and we thank him greatly for all that he has done to strengthen the Association and support the banking sector in Bermuda.”
New BBA Chairman, Steve Banner said, “I’d like to echo Michael’s sincere thanks to Tom and wish him the very best for his future. We extend a very warm welcome to Geoff and look forward to seeing the BBA continue to develop under his leadership.”
