BankVic appoints Jacqui Colwell to Board

 With more than 25 years’ experience in banking and financial services across Australia, Jacqui brings deep expertise in risk, regulation and compliance, financial oversight, governance, fintech, and business transformation.
 
Her career includes co-founding Judo Bank and serving as its Chief Risk Officer (2016–2021), Chief Risk Officer of NAB’s Personal Bank, and State General Manager of NAB’s Business Bank for Victoria, Tasmania and SA/NT.

Jacqui also serves on several boards across the financial services and technology sectors, including Plenti Group Limited, Damisa Technologies Ltd, Wise Australia Pty Ltd, and the Catholic Development Fund.

“I am excited to join BankVic and bring my experience in banking and payments, risk, and technology to the Board,” Jacqui said. “I have the utmost respect for our members and the work they do for the community, and it is a privilege to contribute to BankVic’s future.”

Board Chair Faith Page and CEO Anthony De Fazio welcomed Jacqui to BankVic.

“We are delighted to welcome someone of Jacqui’s calibre to the Board. She brings extensive experience in banking, risk and digital innovation, along with valuable insights,” Faith said.

“Jacqui’s experience will be a strong addition to the Board as we continue to grow and enhance the experience we deliver to our members,”  Anthony said.

Jacqui’s term commences on 5 May 2026.