Mathieson Resumes CEO Role at Investment Evolution Credit

Portfolio - People | Mar 05, 2025 | Business Cloud

Mathieson Resumes CEO Role at Investment Evolution Credit

In a surprising turn of events, Paul Mathieson, the founder of Investment Evolution Credit plc (IEC), has resumed his position as CEO merely two months after retiring. He steps in to replace Richard Leaver, who has resigned from the company. Leaver, a seasoned corporate consultant and AI advocate, had been appointed CEO only a month prior. Before Leaver, Marc Howells briefly held the position after joining five months ago. Mathieson, who also previously chaired IEC, will guide the company through its next phase as it navigates the fintech sector. Along with this executive shuffle, CFO Bob Mennie has been succeeded by Glendys Aguilera. Neil Patrick remains the non-executive chairman. Notably, the planned appointment of John Philip de Blocq van Kuffeler as executive chairman has not yet been realized.

Sectors

  • Financial Technology (FinTech)

Geography

  • United Kingdom – The company's operations and contextual background indicate a focus within the UK, especially given the reference to UK consumer finance expert John Philip de Blocq van Kuffeler.

Industry

  • Financial Technology (FinTech) – Investment Evolution Credit plc operates in the FinTech space, specializing in online consumer loans, which is a significant part of the financial technology industry.

Financials

    Participants

    NameRoleTypeDescription
    Paul MathiesonCEOPersonFounder of Investment Evolution Credit plc, returning as CEO.
    Richard LeaverFormer CEOPersonRecently resigned as CEO, previously brought AI expertise to the board.
    Marc HowellsFormer CEOPersonFormer CEO of Goodbody Health plc, briefly held the CEO position at IEC.
    Glendys AguileraCFOPersonSucceeded Bob Mennie as CFO, former executive director and general manager at IEC.
    Neil PatrickNon-executive ChairmanPersonContinuing as the non-executive chairman of IEC.
    John Philip de Blocq van KuffelerProposed Executive ChairmanPersonExpert in UK consumer finance, proposed but unmaterialized appointment to the IEC board.