– UK, Skipton – Skipton Building Society (LON: 72FP) today announced the appointment of Gwyn Burr to its Board of Directors as its new chair, effective on 26 April and subject to regulatory approval, succeeding Robert East who will retire from the Board.
Robert East said: “I’m delighted to announce Gwyn’s appointment as Chair of Skipton Building Society. Her extensive executive and non-executive experience across a number of different sectors and financial services will be invaluable as the Society continues to grow and develop. Gwyn is the first woman to Chair Skipton in its 169-year history and was born and lives in Yorkshire close to Skipton. She combines a straightforward and thoughtful approach with a focus on delivering excellent customer service and leading people in a way that engages and enables them to deliver for customers. These are very much in line with Skipton’s values, and I’m sure under Gwyn’s leadership the Society will continue to execute its strategy for the benefit of members.“
About Gwyn Burr
A graduate of the University of Bradford, Gwyn Burr brings wide-ranging executive experience in marketing and customer service, thanks to the director-level positions she’s held at Asda and Sainsbury’s.
Gwyn Burr also brings significant financial services experience, having previously held non-executive positions with Principality Building Society, Sainsbury’s Bank PLC and the Financial Ombudsman Service.
Gwyn Burr said: “It is with great pride that I look to take up my role at Skipton. Already an existing customer, I have experienced first-hand the fantastic service the Society offers. As customer behaviours in dealing with their financial affairs in a post-pandemic world continues to evolve, I look forward to working with the team in meeting the new challenges this brings. I can already see how the Society’s great people and proposition mean it is well-placed to excel in the years ahead.”
For more information: https://www.skipton.co.uk/
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