FinTech Australia appoints WeMoney founder Dan Jovevski to its board
FinTech Australia has appointed WeMoney Founder and CEO Dan Jovevski to its board, strengthening the peak body’s focus on open banking and financial wellbeing as it confirms its board for the year ahead.
Jovevski has more than 15 years’ experience in financial services, consumer lending and fintech, including roles at National Australia Bank and Bankwest, founding and exiting home loan comparison platform SwitchMyLoan.
Under his leadership, WeMoney has surpassed one million app downloads and won multiple FinTech Australia “Finnies” awards, including FinTech Organisation of the Year in 2025 and three category wins in 2024 across open data, wealth management and the People’s Choice FinTech Organisation of the Year.
He is also a leading voice in Australia’s open banking ecosystem, contributing to Data Standards Body working groups, government submissions and policy roundtables, and regularly representing Australian fintechs at national and international forums. His appointment will help strengthen FinTech Australia’s engagement on issues such as data portability, competition, consumer protection and financial inclusion.
Commenting on his appointment Jovevski said: “It’s a true honour to join the FinTech Australia board at a moment when open banking is evolving into one of the most important pieces of national digital infrastructure. I’ve seen firsthand how open data can unlock extraordinary opportunities for founders, create new markets, and deliver real benefits for consumers.
"Our community has always been powered by ambition and collaboration, and I’m grateful to play a role in helping it thrive. I look forward to supporting FinTech Australia as we work together to build a more innovative, inclusive, and competitive financial system for all.”
FinTech Australia Chair and Head of Growth at DAS, Sarah Gorman, said: “Dan has been at the centre of Australia’s open banking story. He’s not just talking about what it could be, but actually building products that put it in the hands of everyday Australians.”
“He joins the board following a rigorous election process with a pool of incredibly strong candidates. It reflects just how competitive and in-demand these roles have become year on year. His experience as a second-time founder, a regional leader based in Perth and an active policy contributor will be invaluable as we advocate for settings that help fintechs of all sizes to start, scale and succeed.”
FinTech Australia CEO Rehan D’Almeida added: “Our board plays a critical role in shaping FinTech Australia’s priorities and keeping us closely aligned with the needs of founders, investors and the broader ecosystem.
“Dan’s deep expertise in open banking, financial wellbeing and regulatory engagement will strengthen our ability to engage with government, regulators and industry on the big structural issues – from funding and competition to open banking, digital identity and the broader data economy.”
Jovevski joins FinTech Australia’s existing board:
Sarah Gorman, Head of Growth at DAS, Chair of FinTech Australia
Brian Collins, General Partner and Co-Founder of Triple Bubble, Deputy Chair of FinTech Australia
Christian Westerlind Wigstrom, Founder and CEO of Monoova, Treasurer of FinTech Australia
Vinnie D’Alessandro, Founder at Raishio
Dominic Pym, Co-Founder of Up and Euphemia
Jodi Ross, Chief Risk and Compliance Officer at Tiimely
Michael Saadat, International Head of Public Policy at Block
Cathryn Lyall, Partner at Seed Space VC and Director at Swyftx
Jodie Imam, Co-Founder and CEO at Tractor Ventures, elected to the board after filling a casual vacancy.
FinTech Australia’s board members are selected from across the ecosystem to help govern the peak body’s decision-making and ensure it represents the best interests of the fintech industry. Board members are elected through a nomination and voting process by FinTech Australia’s members.
About FinTech Australia
FinTech Australia is the not-for-profit peak industry body for the Australian fintech sector, representing over 400 fintech companies and startups across the nation. FinTech Australia’s vision is to make Australia the leading market for fintech innovation and investment by working with both sides of government, industry and the Australian fintech community to create a supportive environment and partner ecosystem in Australia and abroad.
