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Wells Fargo appoints Scott Powell chief risk officer, to exit COO role

By BORSA NewsroomPublished Sep 23, 2026, 4:43 PM EDTUpdated Sep 23, 2026, 4:44 PM EDT

Wells Fargo announced the appointment of Scott E. Powell as Chief Risk Officer, effective January 15, 2027. Powell will no longer serve as Chief Operating Officer. The change involves a senior leadership shift at the bank.

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WHAT WE KNOW

Wells Fargo & Company filed an 8-K on September 23, 2026.
Scott E. Powell was announced as the new Chief Risk Officer, effective January 15, 2027.