Padua Solutions has appointed joint founder Anne-Marie Esler as non-executive director and industry engagement lead.
She will step down from her current co-CEO position on 31 December 2025 and take up her new role on 1 January 2026, the same day Matthew Esler will assume the position of MD and CEO.
Her new role will see Anne-Marie representing the firm across key industry and community initiatives.
She will also assume the role of company secretary, supporting Padua’s engagement with shareholders and investors.
Anne-Marie and Matthew Esler co-founded Padua Solutions in 2013. The business has grown to nearly 90 employees across two offices, servicing more than 100 advice firms.
The firm completed its third capital raise this year and finalised the acquisitions of Wealth Data and Wealth X.
Anne-Marie said her new role will allow her to focus more deeply on representing Padua within the industry and broader community, while continuing to support the company’s governance and investor relations.
