Raidiam is thrilled to announce the appointment of Charlotte Crosswell OBE as Executive Chair of its board. This strategic move marks a pivotal moment for the company as it accelerates its ambitious plans for growth and innovation in the Open Data economy.
Charlotte brings a wealth of experience, with over 25 years in financial services and technology. Her career includes high-profile roles as CEO, Advisor, and Non-Executive Director across trading platforms, regulatory bodies, and fintech companies. Recognised for her outstanding contributions to financial services, Charlotte was awarded an OBE in 2021 and recently named one of the 50 Most Influential Women in UK Tech.
Currently serving as Chair at The Centre for Finance, Innovation and Technology (CFIT) and holding several NED roles, Charlotte has previously served as Chair and Trustee at Open Banking Ltd, which built the UK’s Open Banking Standard.
In her new role at Raidiam, Charlotte will collaborate closely with co-founders Barry O’Donohoe and Ralph Bragg to guide the company through its next chapter of growth and innovation.
A Leading Role in the Next Stage of Open Data Innovation
Charlotte expressed her enthusiasm for the role:
I am absolutely thrilled to be joining the team at Raidiam, who have been so instrumental in driving forward the Open Data agenda since delivering the world’s first Trust Framework for Open Banking in the UK. I’ve watched as Raidiam has gone on to accelerate the adoption of exciting new Open Finance initiatives around the world.
“The team is now perfectly poised to take a leading role in the next stage of Open Data innovation, both within and beyond Financial Services, as governments, businesses and consumers increasingly realise the value of the Open Data economy. I’m very much looking forward to working with Barry, Ralph and the entire Raidiam team.
Strengthening Leadership for Global Impact
Raidiam’s appointment of an Executive Chair follows a significant period of success for the organisation, having delivered Open Finance initiatives across the world, including in Brazil, Australia, New Zealand, the UK and the UAE.
Barry O’Donohoe, CEO and co-founder of Raidiam, emphasised the significance of Charlotte’s appointment:
We’re delighted that Charlotte will be leading our board as Executive Chair, bringing her vast experience from across the finance and technology sectors. Charlotte is highly respected and brings a formidable record leading and advising organisations across the financial services world, as well as being hugely influential on the UK’s technology scene. As Raidiam continues to scale rapidly as a global innovator and exporter of Open Data solutions, it’s vital we continue to add strength, expertise and authority to our leadership. Charlotte brings this in abundance and we’re extremely fortunate to have her join us.
What’s Next for Raidiam?
Charlotte’s appointment is the latest in a series of strategic developments at Raidiam. In 2024, the company expanded its senior team and launched a suite of specialised advisory services to complement its expertise in designing and delivering world-class data-sharing ecosystems. Looking ahead to 2025, further board appointments are expected to strengthen the company’s governance and leadership.
With Charlotte Crosswell OBE as Executive Chair, Raidiam is poised to deepen its impact on the global Open Data economy, driving forward innovation that benefits businesses, governments, and consumers alike.
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