The Board of Becket Invest plc announced the appointment of Daniel Steven Monks (aged 39) as an Executive Director of the Company with immediate effect. Daniel has over 18 years of professional experience in the fund management industry. He began his investments career at Canada Life, where he progressed to become the lead manager of the GBP 1.5 billion UK Equity fund.

He focused on investments within the natural resources and mining sectors, building in depth valuation models and analytical reports which helped him to make buy and sell decisions for the portfolio. His background is predominantly in fundamental equity analysis as well as quantitative strategies and trading. He went on to co-found a successful market neutral hedge fund, investing in quantitative trading strategies and equity arbitrage.

Daniel brings with him a wealth of experience within equity markets and company valuation models. Daniel studied Mathematics and Economics at the University of York where he obtained a first-class BSc degree. He also holds an Investment Management Certificate and is a CFA Charterholder.

The Company also announced that James Crossley will resign from the Board as of 31 June 2024 following a handover period with the incoming Director.