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Investor Forum Board Changes


INVESTOR FORUM BOARD CHANGES

(London, 23rd January 2024)

The Investor Forum announces that Robert Swannell has stepped down from the Board at the conclusion of the Annual General Meeting on 23rd January.

Robert has served as a Director since the Forum’s inception in September 2014, and served on the Nominations and Remuneration Committee. 

Robert is a Senior Adviser at Citi and a Member of the Takeover Appeal Board. Until September 2021, Robert was Chair of UK Government Investments, which is the centre of excellence for corporate finance and corporate governance for HMG, and was previously Chair of Marks & Spencer plc. Robert spent over 30 years in investment banking with Schroders/Citi and was on the board of both British Land Company plc and 3i Group plc. 

Michael McLintock, Chair of the Investor Forum said:

“Robert brought valuable corporate and political insight to the Investor Forum Board, and has always provided wise counsel.  He departs with our sincere thanks for his long service .

We will refresh the Board during 2024 to reflect the evolution of the Investor Forum’s role.  The appointment of new directors who represent our Members will continue to be a priority.”