LONDON, UK: Gresham Technologies has appointed Richard Last as independent non-executive Chair, effective immediately.

Richard’s appointment follows a thorough and comprehensive process undertaken by the Nomination Committee, led by Andy Balchin, Senior Independent Non-Executive Director.

Richard Last brings a wealth of public company experience to the Board and is currently Chair of Tribal Group Plc, as well as non-executive director of Corero Network Security Plc. In addition, Richard is the Chair and/or non-executive director of a number of privately held companies.

Over the past five years, Richard has held Chair positions at Gamma Communications Plc, Hyve Group plc, Arontech Group Plc, Lighthouse Group Plc, and Servelec Group Plc. Previously, he was a non-executive director of CSE Global Limited, a Singapore listed company.

Commenting on his appointment, Richard Last said, “I am delighted to be joining Gresham Technologies, one of the UK’s most exciting financial technology companies, at a time when it continues to make good progress against its strategic priorities. I look forward to working with the Gresham Board as well as with CEO, Ian Manocha, and his senior team.”

Ian Manocha, CEO, commented: “We are very pleased to have appointed a Chair of Richard’s calibre.  Richard brings a wealth of board experience in technology, software, and services. We are also grateful to Andy Balchin, senior independent non-executive director, for managing a smooth transition since July of this year in his role as Interim Chair.”

The Directors have determined that upon appointment, Richard Last will be independent.