Vistra Appoints Kim Jenkins as Group Chief Executive Officer

Vistra has appointed Kim Jenkins as its new Group Chief Executive Officer. The Vistra Kim Jenkins leadership transition is aimed at accelerating global expansion and innovation across the firm’s operations.

Kim Jenkins succeeds Simon Webster who has served as CEO since 2022. Simon will leave the company on 4 July, returning to Europe to be with his family.

Kim previously served as Group CEO of Tricor and following its merger with Vistra, became Chief Operating Officer in January 2024.  Having successfully integrated the two businesses the company is now in the next phase of its operating cycle and Kim’s expertise in delivery, client excellence and innovation will be invaluable as she leads Vistra through its growth journey.

Kim’s career spans financial services, technology, and data, with leadership roles across Africa, Australia, India, and Europe. Her previous experience includes serving as Group COO of SAI Global and CEO of its Property and Assurance Divisions. The Vistra Kim Jenkins announcement reinforces the company’s focus on strategic growth, digital transformation, and enhanced client services.

Dominique Cerutti, Chairman, comments, “On behalf of the Board, I would like to thank Simon for his leadership in bringing Vistra and Tricor together, and for establishing the strategy and plan to deliver on our ambitions.  The Board is committed to accelerating the execution of this strategy under Kim’s leadership.”

Speaking on Kim’s appointment as CEO, Dominique said, “Having worked with Kim closely over the past few years, the Board is impressed by Kim’s results-oriented approach, her ability to drive change at speed, and her strength in leading a high performing leadership team capable of accelerating growth and delivering value for all our stakeholders.”

Simon Webster states, “It has been a privilege to lead Vistra. We have made real progress, and I am proud of what we have achieved.  With a clear strategy, the formation of two market-leading businesses focused on Corporates and Funds, and an incredible team of over 9,000 colleagues, I look forward to seeing Vistra go from strength to strength.”

Kim Jenkins, Group CEO, adds, “As CEO of Vistra I look forward to working with our leadership team and all Vistra colleagues to build on the strong foundations that Simon has laid, and to lead Vistra to the next level. Our focus will be on propelling Vistra to an industry-leading position and continuing to support our clients across the globe with their own growth journeys, providing deep expertise with corporate and fund solutions that make operating a global business feel seamless and borderless.  I would like to thank Simon for his values-led leadership, and I wish him every success for the future.”

With Kim Jenkins at the helm, Vistra is confident in the future direction under the guidance of strong leadership — marking a new chapter in the Vistra Kim Jenkins journey.