Skipton International announces new CEO

Susan Fouquier will become the new Chief Executive Officer of Skipton International on Monday 1 September, following the announcement that current CEO, Jim Coupe, will be retiring at the end of June. Susan will also be joining Skipton Group’s Executive Committee, which includes the CEOs of Skipton Building Society and Connell’s Property Agency in the UK.

Susan is currently serving as the Managing Director of Institutional Banking and Head of Guernsey for Royal Bank of Scotland International at NatWest. She’s been with NatWest since 2000. Her previous roles have included significant offshore experience in institutional banking across the Channel Islands, Gibraltar, and the Isle of Man. Susan resides in Guernsey and brings a modern, energetic leadership style. Her appointment as CEO represents the opportunity to deliver long-term growth potential for Skipton International.

Susan commented:

“I am absolutely delighted to have been appointed Chief Executive Officer of Skipton International. I recognise the strong history in delivering high quality products and services to customers and I believe strongly in the purpose and direction of the organisation. I can’t wait to work closely with the many talented colleagues that are already part of the team.”

Eric Barnett, Skipton International Chair, commented:

“We’re extremely pleased that Susan has decided to join us here at Skipton International. She brings with her a wealth of knowledge of the Channel Island banking industry alongside a key passion for colleague engagement, diversity and inclusion. She has a track record for linking purpose and strategy for people and supporting them in bringing this to life for customers. I’m looking forward to working with her on what Skipton International’s next chapter looks like.”

Jonathan Dell, Skipton International’s Chief Financial Officer, will act as interim Chief Executive Officer in the timeframe between Jim Coupe leaving and Susan Fouquier starting.