Together Financial Services Limited today announced the appointment of Richard Fearon as Non-Executive Director to the Board with effect from 1st March 2026.

Mr Fearon brings over 25 years’ experience in retail and mutual banking to Together. He was previously at Leeds Building Society, one of the UK’s leading mutuals with over one million members, where he was Chief Executive Officer for seven years and led a successful technological and cultural transformation. Prior to that he was Deputy CEO and Chief Commercial Officer.

Earlier in his career, Mr Fearon held a number of senior roles at Lloyds Banking Group, including Savings Pricing & Portfolio Director, Head of Halifax Savings and Head of Business Development, Mortgages.

He was a main Board member at UK Finance, the leading banking and financial services trade association, until the end of 2025, where he chaired the Audit & Risk Committee and the Mortgage Board. He was also an Advisory Board Member at Business in the Community, Yorkshire and Humber.

Mike McTighe, Chairman of Together, commented:

“We are delighted to welcome Richard as a valuable addition to the Group Board at Together. His deep sector expertise, wide committee experience and strong relationships will supplement the skills and experience of our Board as the Group enters the next stage of its growth story.”

Richard Fearon, Non-Executive Director at Together, said:

“I am delighted to be joining Together at such an exciting time, as they continue their journey to become the UK’s finance partner of choice. Together has an exceptional track record, leading positions in attractive and growing markets and a purpose which strongly resonates with me. I look forward to contributing to their continued success.”