UK’s ClearBank plots international expansion with four new board appointments

ClearBank Group Holdings appoints four new non-executive directors to drive international expansion and boost growth.

Facts

  • Peter Herbert, current Chair of Bank of Ireland, becomes the Chair of ClearBank Group, aiming to drive growth in retail and commercial banking.
  • Tim Wade joins as a senior independent director and group chair, bringing innovation to ClearBank’s journey.
  • Richard Anderson becomes group chair of the risk committee, expressing confidence in ClearBank’s global expansion.
  • Susanne Hannestad, with extensive board experience, joins as a non-executive director, focusing on global transformation.
  • All appointments are pending regulatory approval.
Laura M
Laura M
Laura is a financial reporter, editor, and researcher with a particular interest in fintech innovation, capital markets, and the evolving global banking landscape.

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