Connexus appoints two new non-executive directors

Philip Ingle has joined as Chair of the Finance and Investment Committee, following his recent tenure as an independent Audit Committee member for Citizen Housing. He is also currently Chair of Audit at Muir Group and brings significant governance and sector experience. His previous roles include serving as a Pension Board Member for the Shropshire Council LGPS Pension Scheme, a Member of the Independent Remuneration Committee, and a Board Member of WM Homes – Hereford, Worcester and Bromsgrove. From 2016 to 2021, he was Deputy Chief Executive at The Housing Plus Group Ltd.

Anne Copeland is a former senior UK real estate investment professional, she has wide experience of appointing and working with NEDs and Trustees. She recently completed the Financial Times Board Director Programme (Non-Executive Director Diploma) and is a chartered surveyor and an operator under the Senior Managers Certificate Regime. Anne is also an experienced real estate fund manager and former Head of New Business Implementation at AEGON Asset Management UK PLC. 

Connexus chief executive Kate Smith said: “Philip and Anne bring significant sector and financial expertise to our board and committees and I'm delighted to welcome them to Connexus

"Together, they will strengthen our governance approach further as we enter the second year of our five‑year corporate plan, helping us to deliver for our customers and the rural communities we serve.”