Connexus appoints new Chief Finance Officer
Connexus has announced the appointment of Andrew Palmer as its new Chief Finance Officer, who will join the organisation this autumn.
Andrew brings nearly 20 years’ experience in the housing sector and more than a decade as a qualified accountant. He joins Connexus from Aspire Housing, where he spent around five years as part of the Executive Team, leading Finance, Procurement, Governance and Risk.
Before joining Aspire, Andrew spent five years at Walsall Housing Group (whg) in a senior finance role.
Kate Smith, Chief Executive at Connexus, said: “I’m really pleased to welcome Andrew to Connexus. He brings a strong track record of financial leadership in the housing sector, alongside the experience and strategic insight that will help us continue to strengthen our financial position and deliver on our long-term Corporate Plan ambitions.”
“I’d like to thank outgoing Finance Director James Taylor for his contribution and commitment over the past couple of years, which has helped Connexus to be become a financially stronger, more resilient and efficient business.”
Andrew Palmer said: “I’m delighted to be joining Connexus at such an important time as the organisation embarks on the second year its five-year Corporate Plan. I’m really looking forward to working with the senior leadership team and the Board to help shape investment decisions that make a real difference to rural communities.”