Argo Blockchain plc announced that Ian MacLeod, a non-executive director of the company, has been appointed the executive chairman of its Board with immediate effect. Ian brings more than 20 years of international experience providing strategic and legal advice at board level. Since 2007, Ian has served as corporate secretary and general counsel to the Teligence Group of Companies in Canada which operate a private equity investment fund focused on telecoms, payments, ecommerce and software development. He is responsible for acquisitions, structuring and the strategic direction of the portfolio. Mr. MacLeod succeeds Mike Edwards, who is leaving to focus on his global e-sports venture in South East Asia.