Solaris Overhauls Leadership with New CEO and Risk Chief
Solaris has announced a major leadership transition after a planned succession process. The company’s CEO and Chief Risk Officer have both stepped down, with two new executives taking their places. The changes come as the firm prepares to refine its strategic direction in the coming months.
Carsten Höltkemeyer has left his role as Chief Executive Officer of Solaris at the end of 2025. He will remain available to the company in an advisory position. Alongside him, Ansgar Finken has also stepped down from his position as Chief Risk Officer, though he too will continue to advise the firm.
The Supervisory Board has appointed Steffen Jentsch as the new CEO, effective immediately. Jentsch brings a strong background in scaling digital financial platforms and has deep expertise in regulatory transformation. His experience aligns with Solaris’ focus on growth and compliance across Europe.
Matthias Heinrich has been named the new Chief Risk Officer, also taking up the role right away. Before joining Solaris, he worked at the online broker FlatexDEGIRO, where he gained extensive experience in financial services. His career includes managing retail portfolios and leading complex regulatory projects internationally.
Yasuhiro Fujiki, Chairman of the Supervisory Board, thanked Höltkemeyer and Finken for their commitment to the company. He also welcomed Jentsch and Heinrich to the Management Board. Meanwhile, Yoshitaka Kitao, CEO of SBI Holdings (SBIHD), Solaris’ majority shareholder, reaffirmed the company’s strategic importance to the group.
The new leadership team will now focus on finalising Solaris’ updated strategy in the next few months. Their priority will be driving scalable and compliant growth throughout Europe.
The appointments mark a clear shift in Solaris’ executive structure. The incoming CEO and Chief Risk Officer bring specialised experience in digital banking and regulatory challenges. Their work will shape the company’s approach as it moves forward in a competitive financial landscape.
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