David Hancock
About David Hancock
David Hancock is an Executive Director with extensive experience in investment banking and corporate governance. He has held leadership roles at various financial institutions and played a significant role in the growth of Afterpay from its IPO to a top ASX listed company.
Current Role at Afterpay
David Hancock serves as the Executive Director at Afterpay Touch, a position he has held since 2015. In this role, he has been instrumental in the company's growth and development, contributing to its status as an ASX Top 100 listed company. Hancock was among the first shareholders and directors of Afterpay Limited, playing a significant role in its global expansion.
Leadership at FinClear
Since 2017, David Hancock has held the position of Chairman at FinClear. His leadership has guided the company through various phases of growth and development, leveraging his extensive experience in the financial services sector to enhance operational efficiency and strategic direction.
Previous Experience at Tower Insurance
David Hancock served as a Board Member at Tower Insurance from 2012 to 2016 in Auckland, New Zealand. During his tenure, he contributed to the governance and strategic oversight of the organization, drawing on his extensive background in finance and investment banking.
Career at JPMorgan Chase and Citi
Hancock has a notable history in investment banking, having worked as Managing Director at JPMorgan Chase from 2000 to 2005 across Sydney, Hong Kong, and Tokyo. Prior to that, he spent ten years at Citi as Managing Director and Co-Head of Investment Banking from 1988 to 1998 in Sydney. His roles in these organizations involved managing complex financial operations and client relationships.
Educational Background
David Hancock studied at Queensland University of Technology, where he earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) with a focus on marketing and economics from 1982 to 1986. He furthered his education at the Australian Institute of Company Directors, completing the Graduate Australian Institute of Company Directors Course in Banking, Corporate, Finance, and Securities Law from 2011 to 2012.