Arbuthnot Latham strengthens tech banking team with appointment
Arbuthnot Latham and Co., Ltd. (“Arbuthnot Latham”), the private and commercial bank, is delighted to announce that Rachel Rowling has joined the Technology Banking team as a senior commercial banker; the latest demonstration of the continued growth and progression of the business.
Rachel joins from HSBC Innovation Banking (formerly Silicon Valley Bank) where she held the position of relationship manager. She brings with her a wealth of experience and a strong track record of supporting early-stage technology companies with banking solutions and forming strategic partnerships.
Rachel joins the team following Ben Sheeran’s appointment as head of the Technology Banking team in October 2023. The establishment of, and investment in, this specialist team allows Arbuthnot Latham to bolster its client proposition by aligning its business units to new client segments, continuing the momentum across commercial banking in terms of sector expertise.
The strengthened team marks another significant step in Arbuthnot Latham’s ongoing transformation and strengthens the groundwork laid by the specialist commercial banking teams. This appointment bolsters Arbuthnot Latham’s commitment to enhancing the client experience, amplifying its capabilities in serving entrepreneurs and business owners with unparalleled excellence.
Kevin Barrett, managing director, Private & Commercial Banking at Arbuthnot Latham, said: “We are thrilled to announce the strengthening of the Technology Banking team. Its growth enables us to effectively address the very specific everyday requirements of owner-managed and independent businesses, while expanding our expertise in specialist areas.”
Ben Sheeran, head of the technology banking team at Arbuthnot Latham, added: “We are excited for Rachel to join us, bringing with her a wealth of experience accumulated over her time at HSBC Innovation Banking and Silicon Valley Bank. This is a fast-moving and rapidly growing ecosystem, where having a knowledgeable, experienced team will tangibly help clients looking for exceptional value.”