12th November 2026, London, UK—We are pleased to have appointed Jenny Knott FCCA as Chair, reflecting Appold’s expanding institutional client base and growing role in financial markets digitalisation.
Jenny brings over 35 years of financial services experience. She is the former CEO of Standard Bank Plc and CIB International and has held senior executive positions at ICAP, UBS and Nomura. She is also Chair of Big Issue Invest and a Non-Executive Director and Chair of the Audit Committee at the British Business Bank.
Appold has seen a significant evolution in its client base from blockchain technology companies towards established financial institutions and corporations developing digital asset strategies. Its advisory work increasingly focuses on tokenisation, stablecoins, treasury management and financial market infrastructure, driven by regulatory developments and the potential for operational efficiencies and cost savings.
Appold’s recent clients include a major international stock exchange group, a national securities depository and one of the world’s leading asset managers.
The appointment also comes ahead of the launch of Appold Verify, a new technology platform drawing on the firm’s experience in operational due diligence and independent assurance. The platform aims to improve market transparency and support financial institutions, asset managers and insurers in assessing blockchain technology and service providers, including custodians, exchanges and tokenisation platforms.
"Blockchain and digital assets are becoming an increasingly important part of financial services, with institutions now focused on delivering tangible commercial and operational benefits. Appold has established a strong position as an independent specialist adviser to the sector by supporting senior management teams in their decision-making and project acceleration. I look forward to supporting the firm’s continued growth whilst strengthening its institutional relationships and developing new opportunities as the market matures."
Jenny Knott
"Jenny brings significant financial services leadership experience and a strong understanding of institutional markets. Her appointment reflects the evolution of our client base and our ambitions for the next stage of Appold’s development."
Rob Gaskell