Andrew Tapson
Expertise
- Governance, Audit & Risk Management
- Strategic Finance & Business Transformation
- Board Leadership & Oversight
- Mergers, Acquisitions & Exits
- Treasury, Funding & Capital Strategy
- Stakeholder & Regulator Engagement
- Turnaround & Change Management
- Mentoring Founders & Leadership Teams
- Financial Planning & Reporting
- Growth Strategy & Investment Readiness
Sector Expertise
- Financial Services
- Healthcare & Hospice Care
- Not-for-Profit & Charitable Foundations
- Sports & Community Development
- SaaS & Technology Startups
- Advanced Manufacturing & Engineering
- Marine, Leisure & Distilleries
Andrew Tapson is a commercially astute finance leader and Non-Executive Director with over 35 years of experience delivering board-level leadership across global corporates, entrepreneurial growth companies, and the not-for-profit sector.
A qualified Chartered Accountant (ACA) and Corporate Treasurer (AMCT), Andrew has held senior executive and non-executive roles spanning governance, strategy, finance, and business transformation. His career includes leading the £3bn wind-down of ING Lease UK with exemplary people outcomes, chairing finance committees across healthcare, local government, and sport, and advising more than 40 early-stage businesses through his advisory firm, Perle Partnership Ltd.
Andrew is renowned for translating complex financial and strategic challenges into clear, actionable insights that help boards make confident, informed decisions. He thrives where governance and strategic vision meet entrepreneurial ambition—supporting leaders to strengthen oversight, secure funding, and deliver sustainable growth.
He currently serves as Chair of the Finance Committee at Devon Cricket Foundation and as Finance Trustee at Rowcroft Hospice, alongside advising a diverse portfolio of growth-focused clients as a Fractional CFO.
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Work Experience
Chief Executive Officer
Nov 2012 - Mar 2016 · 3 yrs 5 mos Buntingford, England, United Kingdom
Non Executive Director
Mar 2024 - Present · 1 yr 9 mosMar 2024 to Present · 1 yr 9 mos Exeter, England, United Kingdom · HybridExeter, England, United Kingdom · Hybrid Chair - Finance Committee Supporting governance, financial strategy, and successful funding bids, including multi-million-pound facility development.
Non Executive Director
Mar 2019 - Present · 6 yrs 9 mosMar 2019 to Present · 6 yrs 9 mos Torquay, England, United Kingdom · HybridTorquay, England, United Kingdom · Hybrid Oversight of £10m turnover charity; developed strategy for subsidiary business and acted as Board Champion for risk and fundraising Member of Finance And Investment Committee.
Non Executive Director
Jun 2023 - Feb 2024 · 9 mosJun 2023 to Feb 2024 · 9 mos Torquay, England, United Kingdom · HybridTorquay, England, United Kingdom · Hybrid Chair of Finance Committee Led financial oversight of process to reintegrate TDA into Torbay Council
Chief Executive Officer
Nov 2012 - Mar 2016 · 3 yrs 5 mosNov 2012 to Mar 2016 · 3 yrs 5 mos Buntingford, England, United KingdomBuntingford, England, United Kingdom £3bn asset finance subsidiary of ING Group. • Led strategic and operational exit from the UK market, reporting to ING Group ExCo. • Negotiated >£1bn of portfolio sales and delivered a managed workforce reduction (310 to 0 staff) with exemplary retention and engagement.
Chief Financial Officer
Jan 2011 - Mar 2016 · 5 yrs 3 mosJan 2011 to Mar 2016 · 5 yrs 3 mos Buntingford, England, United KingdomBuntingford, England, United Kingdom Board member responsible for governance, financial oversight, and reporting of a £3bn portfolio. • Chaired finance, risk, and treasury committees
Vice President Finance
Mar 2003 - Dec 2010 · 7 yrs 10 mosMar 2003 to Dec 2010 · 7 yrs 10 mos Supported UK Board with acquisitions, integrations, and governance-led transformation.
