Sequoia Financial Group confirmed that Garry Crole has resigned as group CEO and director with immediate effect, while remaining a substantial shareholder. The board is implementing an executive transition to preserve stability while it searches for a permanent successor, and has appointed interim leadership accordingly. Reports vary on the interim CEO appointment, with Alex Fabbri, Sequoia’s head of corporate finance, cited in several sources and Sarah Lin, the chief operating officer, named interim CEO in others. David Hentschke is identified as interim chairman in multiple accounts, highlighting a governance continuity plan during the leadership overhaul. The company emphasizes that the changes are meant to maintain operational stability and strategic direction in the near term across its financial services and advisory businesses. Ongoing updates on permanent appointments and board composition are expected as the transition progresses.