ASIC Announces Appointment of ACCC CEO Scott Gregson as New CEO

The Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) has announced the appointment of Scott Gregson as its new Chief Executive Officer. Currently serving as CEO of the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC), Gregson will assume his new role on March 17, 2025, succeeding retiring interim ASIC CEO Greg Yanco.

ASIC Chair Joe Longo said: “Scott is an impressive leader and will bring extensive experience to this important role at ASIC. His commitment to achieving regulatory outcomes that benefit all Australians makes him a strong addition to support ASIC’s commission and head the agency’s executive leadership team.”

Mr. Longo said this appointment marks the next step in ASIC's transformation, following the organization's most significant redesign in 15 years. Over the past year, ASIC has also welcomed new Executive Directors for Enforcement and Compliance, Regulation and Supervision, Data, Digital and Technology, and a new Chief People, Culture and Transformation Officer.

“As ASIC enters the next phase of the program of transformation we began three years ago, Scott’s experience supporting digital and technology delivery, and his pedigree in enforcement and compliance will continue to ensure ASIC is well placed to meet future challenges,” said Mr. Longo. He also thanked outgoing interim CEO Greg Yanco for his contributions.

Mr. Gregson, who has had a nearly 30-year career at the ACCC, expressed enthusiasm about being part of ASIC’s continued transformation.  “In an increasingly complex world with heightened cost of living pressures, the work of ASIC is more important than ever and I look forward to taking the step up and helping ASIC meet the challenges ahead,” he said.

Mr. Gregson brings a wealth of experience and appreciation for regulatory matters from his previous roles at the ACCC, particularly in mergers and enforcement.