The Guernsey International Business Association has announced the appointment of Joanne Peacegood as its new Chair and Helen Wyatt as Deputy Chair.
Joanne (pictured) becomes the first woman to take up the role of Chair in Guernsey International Business Association’s (GIBA) 44 year history. Paul Sykes, Guernsey International Business Association’s outgoing Chair, steps down following his two years in the role but will remain a Council Member.
Joanne Peacegood, a Non-Executive Director and former Chair of the Guernsey Investment & Funds Association (GIFA), brings a wealth of experience to the role. Joanne has served as Deputy Chair on the GIBA Executive Council for the past two years and has been a Council Member for six years.
Prior to her role as a Non-Executive Director, Jo worked at PwC for over twenty years. She joined the GIFA Education Sub-Committee in 2012 and went on to chair that committee, prior to becoming chair of GIFA.
On her appointment, Joanne Peacegood said: “I’m proud to be appointed as Chair of GIBA at such an important time for Guernsey’s financial services industry. I look forward to building on Paul’s strong work and I would like to thank him for his leadership over the past two years. His dedication and expertise have been invaluable in representing Guernsey’s financial services industry.”
“I hope to continue our commitment to collaboration, innovation and maintaining the island’s reputation for high standards and expertise. Guernsey’s financial sector is well positioned for future opportunities, and I look forward to supporting its growth and resilience.”
Helen Wyatt, Partner in the corporate practice at Mourant Ozannes (Guernsey) LLP, has been elected Deputy Chair. She brings extensive legal expertise and industry knowledge to the role. Helen has a particular interest in financial services regulatory matters and is recognised as a Leading Partner in Banking and Finance by Legal 500 UK 2025.
Helen Wyatt said: “GIBA plays a key role as advocate for Guernsey’s finance industry, maintaining dialogue with government, regulators, and the varied financial services sectors. I’m grateful for this opportunity to engage with all stakeholders in continuing this work and contributing to the strategic priorities that underpin the long-term competitiveness and stability of Guernsey as a leading international finance centre.”
On the announcement, Paul Sykes commented: “I’m delighted that GIBA’s leadership is being taken forward by two such highly accomplished and experienced executives as Jo and Helen. The fact that they are GIBA’s first female leaders makes the news even more exciting.”
