FIS Announces Chief Financial Officer Transition; Names Alexandra Brooks Interim CFO
Key Highlights
- ➤James Kehoe steps down as CFO November 5, 2026; remains senior advisor through March 2027
- ➤Alexandra Brooks named interim CFO effective November 5, 2026
- ➤FIS launches internal and external search for permanent CFO
- ➤FIS separately reported third-quarter 2026 results and updated full-year guidance
Expert Statements
Stephanie Ferris, Chief Executive Officer and President of FIS
“On behalf of the Board of Directors and our entire team, I would like to thank James for his many contributions since he joined FIS in 2023.”
Stephanie Ferris, Chief Executive Officer and President of FIS
“He played an instrumental role during a transformational period for our company, including the Worldpay exit and the Issuer Solutions acquisition, while sharpening our focus on disciplined capital allocation and cash generation.”
Stephanie Ferris, Chief Executive Officer and President of FIS
“We are grateful for his partnership and wish him the best in his future endeavors.”
Stephanie Ferris, Chief Executive Officer and President of FIS
“Alex is a former public company CFO who knows our business, our controls and our finance team well, which makes her uniquely qualified to immediately step into the role of interim CFO.”
Stephanie Ferris, Chief Executive Officer and President of FIS
“Her appointment provides continuity and stability while we conduct a comprehensive search for our next CFO.”
Stephanie Ferris, Chief Executive Officer and President of FIS
“Our finance organization is well equipped to continue executing our strategic and financial priorities during this transition period.”
James Kehoe, Chief Financial Officer of FIS
“I want to thank Stephanie, the Board and my colleagues across FIS for the opportunity to be part of this team over the past three years.”
James Kehoe, Chief Financial Officer of FIS
“FIS is well positioned for its next chapter, and I look forward to working with Alex and the finance team to ensure a seamless transition.”
FIS Announces Chief Financial Officer Transition; Names Alexandra Brooks Interim CFO
* James Kehoe to step down as Chief Financial Officer effective November 5, 2026, and to serve as a non-executive senior advisor through March 2027 to support a seamless transition.
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