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Bgf Appoints Christopher Olds As Chief Operating Officer, Matthew Reed Steps Down

PRIVATEMay 23, 2024•about 2 years ago

Position

Chief Operating Officer

Company

ITD Global

Matthew Reed
United KingdomFinancial Services

Description

BGF has appointed Christopher Olds as the new chief operating officer, while Matthew Reed is stepping down after more than 12 years with the company. Olds, previously CFO of Bristol-based technology company Ultraleap, brings vast experience in venture capital and growth stage markets.

Company Information

Company

ITD Global

Location

Whittle Lane

United Kingdom

About

Currently, the company operates in six locations across the UK, Netherlands, China and Hong Kong, with an additional site in Glasgow opening in early 2023. Featured in the Sunday Times Fast Track 100, the company generated more than £60 million revenue in the last financial year (21/22).

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