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NEW APPOINTMENTS ADD FURTHER STRENGTH TO THE BOARD OF NOTTINGHAM BUILDING SOCIETY

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Posted on December 17, 2014

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Nottingham Building Society Announces New Board Members

The Nottingham Building Society (known as The Nottingham) announced the appointment of two new Non-Executive Directors to further strengthen the board, as the Society continues to grow.

Andrew Neden joined the Board on 17 September and Guy Thomas is set to join the Board this month.

Andrew Neden Brings Decades of Experience

Andrew has recently retired as a partner at KPMG following a 30 year career which has included roles in Audit, Consulting, Head of Financial Sector Transaction Services and Global Chief Operating Officer – KPMG Financial Services.  He also holds a number of Directorships: chair of the audit committee at the Wesleyan Assurance Society and at trusts and charities including Chair of the Audit Committee for The Prince of Wales Youth Business International.

Guy Thomas to Contribute Sector Expertise

Guy will be joining the Board following a successful career in the building society sector where he recently retired as a Director of the Principality Building Society, having held a number of roles including Group Finance Director, Group COO, MD of Nemo Personal Finance and Chairman of Peter Alan Estate Agency.  Prior to that Guy held senior positions at the Staffordshire Building Society and Birmingham Midshires.

Leadership Welcomes New Appointments

Commenting on their appointment, Chairman John Edwards said: “We are delighted to welcome Andrew and Guy to our board.  They join us at a very exciting time for The Nottingham when our unique advice and service led mutual proposition is increasing in popularity with our customers.  This is enabling us to significantly grow and expand the reach of the Society.  The combined experiences and skills that Andrew and Guy bring to the board are the ideal blend of support and challenge to our developing strategy.

Board Evolution and Strategic Development

“The Board evolves along with the Society and its strategy, with 2015 marking a further transition in our development, following the retirement of the previous Chairman, David Thompson in May of this year.  The Society can look forward to the future, confident that it continues to strengthen as it focuses on serving its members with its unique brand of service and advice.”

Key Takeaways

  • Andrew Neden joined Nottingham Building Society’s board as a Non‑Executive Director on 17 September 2014.
  • Guy Thomas was set to join the board later in December 2014 following a distinguished career in the building society sector.
  • Their appointments aimed to bolster strategic governance with blend of audit, finance, operations and sector experience.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When did Andrew Neden join the Board of Nottingham Building Society?
Andrew Neden joined the Board as a Non‑Executive Director on 17 September 2014.
When did Guy Thomas join the Board?
Guy Thomas was set to join the Board in December 2014.
What experience did Andrew Neden bring to the Board?
He brought 30 years at KPMG including roles in audit, consulting, financial sector transaction services and as Global COO of KPMG Financial Services, plus directorships in audit committees at Wesleyan Assurance Society and Prince of Wales Youth Business International.
What background did Guy Thomas have?
Guy retired as a Director at Principality Building Society and previously held roles including Group Finance Director, Group COO, MD of Nemo Personal Finance, Chairman of Peter Alan Estate Agency, and senior positions at Staffordshire Building Society and Birmingham Midshires.

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