Octopus AIM VCT plc announced the appointment of Louise Nash as an independent Non-Executive Director of the Company with effect from 1 July 2024 Louise Nash was a UK Small and Mid-Cap Fund Manager for 16 years, initially with Cazenove Capital and subsequently with M&G Investments. She also held the position of Non-Executive Director at Stockdale Securities. She is currently a Non-Executive Director and Senior Independent Director at Blackrock Throgmorton Trust plc.

In addition, she is involved in the family wine business, Höpler, and provides consultancy services for JLC Investor Relations. Louise Nash will be a member of the Audit Committee with effect from the date of her appointment.