Avanti snares long-term ASB exec

Avanti Finance has appointed Ian Boyce, as its new general manager property and he will also join the executive team

Boyce has been brought on board to help grow Avanti’s mortgage presence. 

He has spent most of his career at ASB, most recently as general manager Business Banking. Over his time at ASB, he helped successfully launch ASB in the South Island, and has held senior roles in retail, business and commercial, insurance and third-party banking, developing, and implementing new operating and distribution models. 

Boyce has extensive senior leadership experience, as well as being a member of numerous risk and governance committees. 

He says he’s looking forward to this new chapter at Avanti. “I’m really excited about joining the Avanti team to support its growth ambitions and its relentless focus on customers and people.”

“Ian is well-known in the finance industry and his expertise is key for Avanti to grow our mortgage distribution channels,” acting CEO Paul Jamieson says. “We’re thrilled to have him join our executive team to work on delivering Avanti’s strategy.”