Prominent figure joins Schroders' digital platform
In a significant move for the UK asset management industry, Dame Elizabeth Corley has been appointed as a non-executive director and member of the nomination committee at Schroders plc, subject to shareholder approval at the company's upcoming AGM on 28 April 2022. The exact date of her succession of current chairman, Michael Dobson, is not specified.
Dame Corley brings a wealth of experience to Schroders, having spent over four decades in senior roles within the fund industry. She has previously held key positions at Merrill Lynch Investment Managers, consulting firm Coopers & Lybrand, and Allianz Global Investors, where she served as CEO.
Dame Corley is currently the Chair of the London Impact Investing Institute, a role that underscores her leadership in promoting sustainable finance and impact investing. Her contributions to the financial industry and economy were recognised in 2019 when she was awarded a DBE (Dame Commander of the Order of the British Empire).
At Schroders, Dame Corley is expected to play a pivotal role in steering one of the world's largest asset managers, managing nearly $1 trillion in assets. Her leadership will extend to shaping the company's approach to wealth management and long-term asset owner engagement.
In addition to her role at Schroders, Dame Corley is a non-executive director at Pearson, BAE Systems, and Morgan Stanley. She is also known for her crime fiction writing, adding another string to her already impressive bow.
Shareholders will have the opportunity to approve Dame Corley's appointment at the AGM on 28 April 2022. The exact roles she will hold within Schroders and the nomination committee are not yet detailed. However, with her extensive experience and proven track record, Dame Corley is poised to make a significant impact at Schroders and beyond.
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- With her experience spanning multiple finance-related businesses and a leadership role in promoting sustainable finance, Dame Corley's appointment as a non-executive director at Schroders will likely have a significant impact on both the Schroders business and the broader finance industry.
- Beyond her role at Schroders, Dame Corley serves as a non-executive director at Pearson, BAE Systems, and Morgan Stanley, demonstrating her diverse portfolio in the business world.
