British Smaller Companies VCT2 plc announced the appointment of Arif Ahmed as an independent non-executive director with effect from the Board meeting immediately following the Company's AGM on 13 June 2024. Arif is a serial entrepreneur and private equity investor in technology, e-commerce, B2B media and healthcare companies. Early in his career he co-founded, grew and exited a software company that scaled a proof-of-concept pilot into a multi-year government contract covering over 1m NHS staff.

He now advises family offices and private equity firms on their healthcare and technology investments. Arif's expertise in healthcare and technology will be a valuable addition to the Board.