Chi-X Australia CEO departs

Stock exchange and derivatives market operator Chi-X Australia has confirmed the departure of CEO John Fildes, effective April 12, after four years of service.

In an internal memo, David Morgan, chair of Chi-X Australia, thanked Fildes for his contribution and wished him well in his future career.

Addressing the exchange's succession plan, Morgan said: "A search is underway to identify a successor. In the meantime, we are fortunate that Peter Fowler, current CXA board director and former CXA CEO, has agreed to act in the CEO role on an interim basis."

He added: "Joe Meyer, Group CFO and COO (of Chi-X Asia Pacific Holdings), will also be devoting more time to the CXA business in this interim period."