Fidelity International announces that, after five years leading Fidelity International as CEO, Anne Richards has decided to step down from her full-time executive role. She will remain with the company in the role of Vice Chair with an emphasis on helping the organisation with its key external relationships and strategic partnerships.  

Anne will remain as CEO during a period of transition led by the Fidelity International Board that will take place over the coming months. Further details on succession will be communicated at a later date. 

Commenting on Anne’s contribution to the business, Abby Johnson, Chair of Fidelity International said: “Over the last five years Anne has accomplished a tremendous amount for our organisation in service of our clients. She has spearheaded the build out of a wide range of new capabilities and services across multiple markets, as well as our firmwide approach to sustainability, setting us firmly on the path for the future. She made significant progress in building a more diverse and inclusive workplace, leading initiatives such as enhanced parental leave, carers leave and dynamic working, ensuring we are well placed to attract and retain the best talent in a post pandemic world.   

 “I look forward to working with her during this transition period and I am delighted she will stay with our business as Vice Chair, supporting us as we work together with our clients, employees and communities all around the world to build better financial futures.” 

Source: Fidelity