Mark T. Robinson is the Group Chief Executive Officer of BSP Financial Group Limited, Papua New Guinea’s largest and most influential financial institution. BSP is the only bank born and raised in the South Pacific that operates across multiple countries in the region, supporting economic growth and financial inclusion across Papua New Guinea and seven other Pacific nations.
Robinson was appointed Group CEO in November 2022 and officially commenced his role in March 2023. He brings extensive leadership experience in banking and finance, along with a strong commitment to modernizing BSP and expanding access to formal banking solutions for Indigenous communities throughout PNG.
Under Robinson’s leadership, BSP is embarked on a multi-year journey of digital transformation, highlighted by the introduction of innovative services such as the “Wantok Wallet,” a USSD-based mobile wallet launched nationwide in early 2025. This initiative aims to boost financial inclusion by delivering accessible digital payment solutions to customers across urban and rural areas.
Robinson’s vision emphasizes elevating customer experience across all touchpoints and investing in employee training to ensure BSP’s sustained growth and resilience. He stresses the importance of balancing retail and corporate banking services, with PNG’s domestic market contributing over 60% of the bank’s revenue, while regional operations across the South Pacific contribute the remainder.
He highlights the resilience and resourcefulness of PNG’s business community, noting that long-term commitment is essential for navigating challenges like currency fluctuations and infrastructure limitations. Robinson also recognizes the critical need to improve infrastructure like power and transport to unlock PNG’s growth potential.
Prior to his appointment at BSP, Robinson held senior executive roles in prominent financial institutions and developed a reputation for driving innovation and operational excellence. He is based in Port Moresby and actively engages with business and government leaders across Papua New Guinea to foster partnerships that support sustainable development and inclusive economic progress.
Robinson is widely respected for his strategic vision and strong leadership in one of the Pacific’s most vital financial organizations, steering BSP to meet the evolving needs of customers and communities in a rapidly changing economic landscape.
