The Cooperative Bank has appointed Andrea Melville as CEO.
Melville, the bank’s first female CEO, was also appointed Group Chief Commercial Officer of the Coventry Building Society, responsible for the group’s trade results and supporting its ongoing integration program.
She has over 20 years of experience in financial services in the UK and abroad, including personal, commercial and private banking.
Previously, she held senior positions at Santander and Lloyds Bank.
Melville’s appointment is announced Jo Kenrick serves as chairman. Kenrick’s career spans over 35 years and covers a variety of areas, including non-executive experience in utilities, financial services and property, as well as executive experience in retail, home renovation and home construction.
Commenting on her appointment, Melville said: “I am honored to join the Coventry Architectural Association and Cooperative Bank during such an exciting time. The values and strong legacy of both organizations are closely aligned with my own legacy and I look forward to sharing my expertise in retail and commercial banking and bringing positive change to our clients, members and communities.”
“I am very much looking forward to working with Jo and the broader leadership team to build on our strength and success.”
Kenrick added: “We are honored to welcome Andrea as the new CEO of Cooperative Bank. Her innovation, strategic thinking and client-leading record make her the ideal candidate to guide us through the next chapter.”
“While our focus remains firmly bringing value to our members and clients, the moment also symbolizes the highest level of inclusive leadership in the UK’s financial services.”
January Coventry Architectural Association announces that it has completed its acquisition of cooperative banks £780 million in cash.
