Forward Industries, Inc. (NASDAQ: FWDI) announced the appointment of Mark Brazier as chief financial officer, effective April 13, 2026. Brazier succeeds Kathleen Weisberg, who will transition to the role of director of financial reporting. The move comes as Forward Industries continues to solidify its position as a publicly traded Solana treasury company, with a strategy centered on acquiring, staking, and investing in SOL and related digital assets.
Brazier brings extensive experience at the intersection of traditional finance and cryptocurrency. Most recently, he served as CFO and head of regulatory at XBTO Global, a digital asset financial services firm. His background includes overseeing financial operations, capital structure, reporting, and capital markets activities—skills that the company believes will be critical as it scales its digital asset treasury initiatives. In a statement, Forward Industries highlighted Brazier's expertise as key to supporting future growth and navigating the evolving regulatory landscape.
The appointment underscores Forward Industries' commitment to expanding its Solana-focused strategy. The company launched its digital asset treasury strategy in September 2025 through a private placement, supported by leading industry investors and operating partners including Galaxy Digital and Jump Crypto. According to its public filings, the company's mission is to strengthen the Solana ecosystem by buying, holding, staking, trading, and investing in SOL and SOL-related assets, protocols, and businesses.
Brazier's role will encompass oversight of the company's financial reporting, capital structure optimization, and engagement with capital markets. His appointment is expected to provide the financial leadership needed to execute the company's growth plans, which include expanding its SOL holdings and exploring investments in Solana network projects and developer tools. Weisberg's continued involvement as director of financial reporting ensures continuity in the company's financial operations.
The news is significant for investors tracking the convergence of traditional corporate finance and digital assets. Forward Industries is among a growing number of publicly traded companies adopting treasury strategies focused on cryptocurrencies, with Solana's ecosystem gaining prominence for its high throughput and low transaction costs. The company's partnership with established crypto players like Galaxy Digital and Jump Crypto lends credibility to its strategy and may attract institutional interest.
For more details, the full press release is available at https://ibn.fm/DMfis. Additional updates on Forward Industries can be found in the company's newsroom at https://ibn.fm/FWDI.
