Murray-based FinWise Bancorp, parent company of FinWise Bank, has named Jim Noone as CEO, effective April 6.
Kent Landvatter, who has been CEO since 2010, will retain his position as executive chairman of the holding company and the bank.
The firm’s board said the transition reflects the successful execution of a multi-year succession plan it established. Noone was appointed president of FinWise Bank in 2023, president of the holding company in 2024 and CEO of the bank in 2025. He will continue as president and CEO of the bank.
“Kent and Jim have worked in close partnership throughout this transition,” said Howard Reynolds, vice chairman and lead independent director of FinWise. “Jim has consistently delivered strong operational execution and sound judgment throughout his career at FinWise. The board has complete confidence in his leadership and ability to continue executing the company’s strategy.”
In his role as executive chairman, Landvatter will remain an employee and be actively engaged in long-term strategy, board governance, investor relations and other high-level initiatives, ensuring continuity and stability, the company said.
“This transition does not represent a change in strategic direction,” Reynolds said. “FinWise’s priorities, financial targets and operating model remain unchanged.”
“I am honored to step into the role of CEO of FinWise and grateful for the trust the board has placed in me,” said Noone. “This was a thoughtfully planned transition, and I am fortunate to have worked closely with Kent for many years. We have a strong team, a clear strategy and a disciplined operating model, and I look forward to continuing to execute our priorities while building long-term value for our stakeholders.”
“Succession planning has been a long-standing priority for the board and for me personally, and this transition reflects the successful execution of that work,” said Landvatter. “Jim has proven himself at every stage of his progression and I have complete confidence in his leadership. As executive chairman, I will remain engaged in strategy and governance while enabling Jim and the executive management team to lead the company forward.”