UK fintech Cushon appoints Ellen Louw as new chief financial officer

  • Cushon, a London-based workplace savings and pensions fintech acquired by NatWest Group for £144 million, appoints Ellen Louw as its new CFO.
  • Louw, with nearly 25 years of experience, was previously the commercial finance director at UK news publisher Reach and held roles at WorldRemit, American Express, and PwC.
  • In her new role, Louw will oversee Cushon’s expansion in the corporate pensions space and contribute to scaling its product and engineering teams.
  • Ben Pollard, Cushon’s founder and CEO, praises Louw’s expertise, industry knowledge, and understanding of consumer behavior.
  • Pollard highlights 2023 as a landmark year for Cushon, expressing confidence in Louw’s ability to enhance member experience and deliver positive outcomes.
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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