VersaBank Leadership Restructure: Nicolas Ospina Assumes Global CFO Role While John Asma Advances to Executive Vice President

VersaBank (VBNK) has declared a significant leadership transition effective January 5, 2026, as it progresses toward a restructured operational framework aligned with U.S. banking standards. Nicolas Ospina takes on the position of Global Chief Financial Officer, bringing extensive expertise from his tenure at Raymond James Financial, where he accumulated more than ten years of experience spanning banking, financial services, and capital markets sectors.

The reshuffle also elevates John Asma, who has held the CFO position since December 2023, to the rank of Executive Vice President. In this expanded role, Asma will oversee critical operational functions and spearhead the implementation of strategic initiatives within the Canadian Digital Banking division. This promotion reflects the bank’s confidence in his execution capabilities during a period of organizational restructuring.

The market responded positively to the announcement, with VersaBank closing Thursday’s trading session up 2.77%, settling at $14.84 on the Nasdaq. The leadership changes underscore the bank’s commitment to strengthening its financial management infrastructure as it navigates its transition toward a standardized U.S. banking model.

The appointment of Ospina marks a pivotal moment in VersaBank’s strategic evolution, introducing seasoned capital markets acumen to guide financial operations during this transformation period. Combined with Asma’s operational leadership in the digital banking segment, the restructured executive team positions VersaBank to execute its long-term strategic objectives effectively.