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Finastra Announces CEO Transition as Chris Walters Succeeds Simon Paris

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Finastra, the global financial services software provider, has announced a leadership change with Simon Paris stepping down as Chief Executive Officer after nearly a decade in charge. Chris Walters, former CEO of Pluralsight and Avantax, will take over as Finastra’s new CEO. Walters brings extensive experience in scaling technology companies, having previously held senior roles at McKinsey & Company and Bloomberg.

During Paris’s tenure, Finastra achieved significant milestones, including the integration of Misys and D+H in 2017, establishing a client base of over 8,000 institutions across 130 countries, and earning top industry accolades for innovation and leadership. Under his leadership, the company also made notable progress in AI capabilities and widespread upskilling of employees.

The leadership transition marks a pivotal moment for Finastra as it begins its new strategic phase in 2025. Paris and Walters will collaborate during the handover to ensure a seamless transition.

Commenting on his appointment, Walters said: “I’m excited to join Finastra at this pivotal moment in its journey and am impressed by the significant progress that has been made during Simon’s leadership. I look forward to working with the talented team to drive sustainable growth and continue to deliver more value to our customers, team members, and investors.”

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