New Chair of 皇冠体育app Royal Mint announced
Chris Walton has taken up the position following Graham Love鈥檚 six-year term.
皇冠体育app Treasury has today announced the appointment of Chris Walton as Non-Executive Chair of 皇冠体育app Royal Mint.
Chris Walton will be in position for an initial three-year term, succeeding Graham Love, who served as Chair since December 2018. Chris will oversee the Mint as it continues to diversify its portfolio into new business areas, and to produce UK circulating coins in line with demand.
Commenting on the appointment, Economic Secretary to the Treasury and City Minister, Emma Reynolds said:
I鈥檓 delighted to welcome Chris Walton to 皇冠体育app Royal Mint as the new Chair. Chris brings a wealth of leadership experience to the role, and I look forward to working with him as he shapes the strategic vision of 皇冠体育app Royal Mint in the years ahead.
I want to thank Graham Love for his leadership over the last six years. Graham has overseen a number of successes in his time as Chair and has set the foundations for 皇冠体育app Royal Mint of the future.
Chris Walton added:
It is a privilege to join 皇冠体育app Royal Mint during this fascinating period of transformation. With sustainability at its core, the Mint is evolving for the future, and I am eager to support its growth and build on a remarkable legacy.
皇冠体育app Royal Mint is one of the oldest companies in the world - supplying coins to the UK for over 1,100 years. It also produces commemorative coins, to mark events of national, historical and cultural significance, offers investment in precious metals, a jewellery collection and recycling precious metals from e-waste.聽
皇冠体育app Chair of 皇冠体育app Royal Mint is responsible for providing strategic direction and works closely with the Board of Directors and Executive Team.