– UK, London – Aurora Investment Trust Plc (LON: ARR) today announced the appointments of Rachael Robathan and Lucy Walker as non-executive directors of the Company with effect on 2 December 2019.
“We are delighted that Rachael and Lucy have agreed to join the Board. They both have a wealth of experience within the investment industry and their combined knowledge and extensive experience will enhance the Board’s own qualities. On behalf of the Board, we welcome Rachael and Lucy to the Board and very much look forward to working with them,” said Lord Flight, Chairman.
He added: “The Board has reviewed its overall composition and strategy for its progressive renewal. The appointments of Rachael Robathan and Lucy Walker, the resignation of Steve Tatters as a director and the impending resignation next year of Richard Martin form parts of this process.
On behalf of the Board, I would like to take this opportunity to thank Steve and Richard for their respective contributions. We look forward to continuing to work with Steve and Phoenix but I also make a special mention for the part Richard has played in the development of Aurora over the last ten years, both as Audit Chair and Board member, during which time Aurora has successfully transitioned Investment Managers. We are grateful that Richard has agreed to remain on the Board until the next AGM, ensuring a smooth transition of the role of Audit Chair.”
About Rachael Robathan
Lady Robathan has been a Councillor for Westminster City Council since 2010 following a 20 year career in emerging market investment management. Her cabinet responsibilities at the Council have included adult social care, public health, housing and finance. Of her other roles, Rachael has been a board member of the National Lottery Community Fund since June 2015 and is a member of its Remuneration Committee. She is also a Director of Westminster Almshouses Foundation, a sheltered housing charity, as well as a governor of Francis Holland School.
About Lucy Walker
Lucy Walker is a Senior Associate Partner of Sarasin & Partners LLP, having joined as an analyst in January 2011. She is now portfolio manager and Head of Third Party Funds. Lucy previously worked in the Multimanager team at HSBC Global Asset Management. Outside of her executive role, Lucy is Trustee of KEEN London and also sits as an independent member of the Audit & Risk Committee for SportsAid.
For more information: https://www.aurorainvestmenttrust.com
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