Virgin Money today announced the appointment of Sara Weller CBE as a Non-Executive Director of the company effective from 3 October 2022. Sara Weller is appointed as the Representative Director of Virgin Enterprises Limited (VEL) under the terms of the Brand Licence Agreement between VEL and the Company.

Sara Weller is currently a non-executive director of BT Group plc. Her most recent previous non-executive director roles include over nine years on the board of Lloyds Banking Group plc between 2012 and 2021 where she was chair of the Responsible Business Committee and more than eight years as board member and Chair of the Remuneration Committee at United Utilities Group PLC between 2012 and 2020.

David Bennett, Chairman, said:

“I am pleased to welcome Sara Weller to the Board. Sara’s breadth of experience across a number of industries, strong combination of brand understanding and consumer focus will bring valuable insights to the Virgin Money Board.”

Sara Weller commented:

“I am looking forward to working with the Board and management team at Virgin Money on the journey to provide brilliant digital experiences which make customers happier about money.”

Sara Weller will also become a member of the Governance and Nomination Committee and will join the Board of Clydesdale Bank PLC effective from 3 October 2022.