Augmentum Fintech PLC appointed Sir William Russell as non-executive director of the company, with effect from April 1, 2022. William is non-executive chairman of CDAM (UK) Ltd, an independent, privately owned, investment management firm, and trustee and deputy chairman of Place2Be, a children's mental health charity. He is a past board member of Innovate Finance, the industry body for the UK Fintech community, and has more than 30 years' experience in financial services including senior positions in domestic and international banking.

The board considers William to be independent, will also join the audit, valuations, nominations and management engagement & remuneration committees with effect from April 1, 2022.