Mead is a Papua New Guinean professional rugby league footballer who currently plays for the Brisbane Broncos of the National Rugby League (NRL).
Robin Fleming, BSP CEO said the athlete was chosen based on the bank's values for integrity, professionalism and qualities among others and his simplicity and career with rugby.
The bank also admires how Mead recognises his Papua New Guinean roots and everybody who have contributed to his career.
"We are PNG, so we have chosen an elite athlete for an elite bank.