JANA announces new CEO

Georgina Dudley has been announced as JANA’s next Chief Executive Officer, following a decision by current CEO Jim Lamborn to step back from this position.

Incumbent CEO Jim Lamborn will remain with JANA as Executive Director and continue to provide input into JANA’s commercial strategy as a senior member of the management team.

Currently General Manager, Strategy & Innovation at JANA, Ms Dudley will step into the position of CEO effective 1 December 2022.

Mr Lamborn has led JANA since 2015 and played a significant role in JANA’s growth and business transformation to become one of Australia’s largest investment advisory firms, including leading JANA’s management buy-out in 2017.

Fiona Dunn, Chairperson of the JANA Board, said, “JANA has been privileged to have Jim lead the business for the past seven years. It’s been a unique period of history, not only for JANA as an organisation but the wider world around us and Jim should be very proud of JANA’s achievements for clients during these tumultuous times.

“We fully support Jim’s decision to take a step back from the demanding role of CEO and are delighted that he will continue to play a pivotal role at JANA, allowing the business to leverage his significant expertise and experience.”

Ms Dudley has more than 20 years’ experience in investment advice and strategy and has been with JANA for fourteen years across key leadership roles. Her speciality lies in business strategy and innovation, where she has played a central role in embedding technology-enabled resources to improve client outcomes and leading broader strategic initiatives, including a greater focus on sustainability.

Her promotion to CEO was confirmed by the JANA Board following a thorough and competitive selection process.

Speaking on her appointment, Ms Dudley said, “I am delighted to be appointed as JANA’s next CEO. The business has grown from strength to strength in recent years to emerge as Australia’s largest investment advisor, advising more than 85 clients and surpassing A$1 trillion in total funds under advice.

“We are driven by knowing that the work we do has a long-lasting impact on society, communities and the lives of millions of people. I am very excited to lead JANA’s next chapter in continuing to grow our practice and drive the best possible outcomes for our clients.”

Ms Dunn adds, “As a key member of the leadership team, I have worked closely alongside Georgina for many years, and she is a central pillar at JANA. A pioneer of our commitment to reduce risk and outperform over the long-term, Georgina was the optimum candidate to continue to grow and build JANA’s capabilities to serve our clients with our world-class asset consulting services.”

Ms Dudley and Mr Lamborn will deliver a joint address at the JANA Annual Conference next Thursday (15th of September 2022).