{"id":12100,"date":"2026-07-09T10:21:15","date_gmt":"2026-07-09T00:21:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/investors-admin.raizinvest.com.au\/?p=12100"},"modified":"2026-07-14T10:21:33","modified_gmt":"2026-07-14T00:21:33","slug":"a-letter-from-raizs-new-ceo","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/raizinvest.com.au\/investors\/blog\/a-letter-from-raizs-new-ceo\/","title":{"rendered":"A letter from Raiz&#8217;s new CEO"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img width=\"1050\" height=\"525\" src=\"http:\/\/investors-admin.raizinvest.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Craig-blog.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-12101\" srcset=\"https:\/\/raizinvest.com.au\/investors\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Craig-blog.png 1050w, https:\/\/raizinvest.com.au\/investors\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Craig-blog-640x320.png 640w, https:\/\/raizinvest.com.au\/investors\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Craig-blog-1024x512.png 1024w, https:\/\/raizinvest.com.au\/investors\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Craig-blog-320x160.png 320w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1050px) 100vw, 1050px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Hi there,<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>My name is Craig Keary and I joined Raiz on 1 June as the new CEO.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Throughout my career, I&#8217;ve worked across large banks, global financial institutions, wealth businesses and digital investment platforms in Australia and overseas. One thing has become very clear to me: too many parts of the financial system were built for people who were already financially confident, already wealthy or already knew where to begin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That is exactly why I joined Raiz.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<p>Helping Australians build wealth shouldn&#8217;t be complicated, intimidating or reserved for a select few. It should be simple, accessible and something everyone can participate in. I didn&#8217;t join to run another financial services company, I joined because I believe Raiz has the opportunity to improve the financial wellbeing of millions of Australians. Businesses with that level of purpose are rare, and that is a vision worth fighting for.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Over 347,000* Australians have chosen Raiz to help them take control of their financial future and together you have entrusted us with more than $2.17* billion of your money. That is an enormous responsibility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, what can you expect from me?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Firstly, an unwavering focus on customers. Every decision we make should answer a simple question: is this good for our customers?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Secondly, a platform that grows with you. Enabling you to invest small amounts regularly remains at the heart of what we do, but we also see opportunities to expand what is possible, including direct access to Australian shares, US markets and tools that help you better understand your money and make more informed decisions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Finally, trust will remain non-negotiable. Clear communication, integrity and delivering on our promises will always underpin the way we operate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Australia needs businesses that genuinely help people build financial confidence, create long-term wealth and achieve their goals. That&#8217;s the opportunity I see ahead of us, and I&#8217;m incredibly glad to be here for it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Thank you for trusting us to be part of your financial journey.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The best is absolutely still ahead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img width=\"200\" height=\"70\" src=\"https:\/\/investors-admin.raizinvest.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Craig-mockup.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-12102\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Craig Keary<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>CEO, &nbsp;Raiz Invest\u2060<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3>Don\u2019t have the Raiz App?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Download it for free in the App store or the Webapp below:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/3yef.adj.st\/home?adj_t=4emcfc6_1okyyjf&amp;adj_deep_link=raiz%3A%2F%2Fhome&amp;adj_fallback=https%3A%2F%2Fapp.raizinvest.com.au%2F\"><img width=\"351\" height=\"84\" src=\"https:\/\/raizinvest.com.au\/investors\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/download-app.png\" alt=\"download-raiz-app\" class=\"wp-image-3372\" srcset=\"https:\/\/raizinvest.com.au\/investors\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/download-app.png 351w, https:\/\/raizinvest.com.au\/investors\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/download-app-320x77.png 320w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 351px) 100vw, 351px\" \/><\/a><figcaption><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/3yef.adj.st\/home?adj_t=4emcfc6_1okyyjf&amp;adj_deep_link=raiz%3A%2F%2Fhome&amp;adj_fallback=https%3A%2F%2Fapp.raizinvest.com.au%2F\">Click to download the Raiz app<\/a><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Important Information<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>*Active customer numbers and funds under management as at 24 April 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This blog has been issued by Instreet Investment Limited (ACN 128 813 016 AFSL 434776) as Responsible Entity of the Raiz Invest Australia Fund (ARSN 607 533 022) and has been prepared without taking into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Before acting on such information, you should conduct your own review or consult a financial advisor before making a decision to invest. Please read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement and any associated reference documents before making an investment decision. In accordance with the Design and Distributions Obligations, we maintain Target Market Determinations for our Funds. All documents can be found on the Raiz website\u00a0<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"http:\/\/www.raizinvest.com.au\/?lid=cbhd871r10am\" target=\"_blank\">www.raizinvest.com.au<\/a>, or calling the Customer Support team on 1300 754 748. See full T&amp;Cs for details.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Hi there, My name is Craig Keary and I joined Raiz on 1 June as the new CEO. Throughout my career, I&#8217;ve worked across large banks, global financial institutions, wealth businesses and digital investment platforms in Australia and overseas. 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