BTC Markets has announced CEO Caroline Bowler will be departing from her role, with her final day being set for 8 August 2025. Her departure comes as the cryptocurrency exchange celebrates its 12th anniversary on 1 June.
BTC Markets confirmed it has already commenced the search for a new chief executive, with recruitment being managed by Tier One People’s Dexter Cousins. Bowler will continue as acting CEO in the event of a replacement not being found by the time of her departure.
Leading the company through a pivotal period in the Australian cryptocurrency industry evolution, Bowler’s contributions saw BTC Markets successfully navigate the various challenges of the cryptocurrency bear market while returning strong revenue growth and a reinforced balance sheet.
Additionally, BTC Markets made several new hires over the past financial year and into FY2025–26 to further strengthen capabilities in key areas, simultaneously maintaining a close-knit and high-performing team culture.
Bowler reflected on her departure, stating the team at BTC Markets are “truly the secret sauce” behind the company’s success.
“[A] tight-knit, supportive group of professionals who aren’t afraid to take on the thorny challenges of crypto innovation in Australia. I’m immensely proud to have been a part of this journey, just a cog in a bigger wheel.
“Leading BTC Markets has been the best job in crypto and an incredible privilege, especially navigating through the tough bear market years.
“Part of the role of a CEO is to help the business navigate difficult terrain – but another part is knowing when the time is right to step aside and pass the baton.
“That time is now,” Bowler said.
BTC Markets thanked Bowler for her “dedication, leadership and vision”, stating it looks forward to the next chapter of growth with a “renewed focus on strategic innovation, regulatory alignment and customer-focused product development”.
