CSB Rebrands, Launches New Website

Capital Security Bank (CSB) announced the launch of their new website on July 11, 2024, as part of a broader rebranding initiative. The rebrand and the new site are a reflection of CSB joining forces with CSB Investors Group, A statement from CSB noted: “The update is a key part of our broader rebranding initiative, designed […]

Cook Islands Enhances Transparency with New Law Website

In a groundbreaking partnership, LexisNexis, a global leader in legal publishing, and the Cook Islands Government recently announced the launch of a website designed to simplify access to the laws of the Cook Islands.  The website https://cookislandslaws.gov.ck, developed in collaboration with the Cook Islands Parliamentary Services and involving a major consolidation of laws project, marks a significant advancement […]

CI Finance proudly sponsor 2024 Careers Expo

Cook Islands Finance were proud sponsors of the 2024 Go! Cook Islands Careers Expo on Thursday 13 June, 2024. The Authority’s presence at the Expo, which was organised by the Cook Islands Ministry of Educations, gave the opportunity for industry to engage and connect with the local community, highlight career paths for attendees and raise […]

Cook Islands take centre stage at America Outbound

The Cook Islands financial services industry will take centre stage at the prestigious America Outbound Summit in California on the 7th and 9th of May in Los Angeles and San Francisco respectively. Cook Islands trust company executives will feature both guest speakers and panelists. Cook Islands Finance CEO Tony Fe’ao was pleased to have secured […]

Ora Partners welcome new COO David Street

The staff at Ora Partners welcomed David Street to the Rarotonga-based team. Ora Partners announced the appointment of David Street as new Chief Operating Officer. Street, who previously worked as Country Manager at the Bank of South Pacific Cook Islands, brings 22 years of experience and a proven track record of excellence in the banking […]

Cook Islands to feature at US investment summit

America OUtbound

Cook Islands Finance, the government agency dedicated to promoting and advancing the financial services industry, is pleased to announce its role as a Silver Sponsor for the exclusive America Outbound Summit in California. The events will take place on May 7th in Los Angeles and May 9th in San Francisco respectively. The America Outbound Summit has […]

Experienced trustees elevate the Cooks presence at Estate Planning Institute

The Cook Islands Financial Services Development Authority (operating as Cook Islands Finance) is delighted to announce the presence of 3 experienced legal practitioners to represent the Cook Islands trust industry at the upcoming 19th Annual International Estate Planning Institute in New York on the 14th & 15th of March. Cook Islands Finance are a key […]

CSB Welcome New CEO Joseph Horn-Smith

Joseph Horn-Smith - new CEO of CSB Bank Cook Islands

Capital Security Bank (CSB) announced the appointment of Mr Joseph Horn-Smith as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective January 2024.  Horn-Smith, who previously served as CSB’s Chief Operating Officer, brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record in financial services to his new leadership role. Horn-Smith has been a driving force behind CSB’s operational […]

Cook Islands Finance Announce Change in Board Chairmanship

FSDA Chairperson Ms Dallas Young and incoming Chairperson Ms Karla Eggelton. Cook Islands Financial Services Development Authority (FSDA), the government agency dedicated to promoting and advancing the financial services industry, is pleased to announce the appointment of Ms Karla Eggelton as Chairperson of the FSDA Board of Directors.   Ms Eggelton, who is the Chief […]

Exploring Cook Islands’ Financial Horizons with CEO Insight

Tony Fe’ao, Chief Executive Officer at Cook Islands Financial Services Development Authority (FSDA), shared insights into the mandate and vision of the FSDA (which operates as Cook Islands Finance). The article was published in CEO Insight, a quarterly publication that provides insights into business strategy, leadership, and global trends. Fe’ao discusses the agency’s role in […]