Ministers have today (Thursday 26 February) confirmed that Dr Ros
Rivaz has been appointed as the new Chair of Companies House. She
will begin the role on 1 March, succeeding who has been in
post since March 2023.
Dr Rivaz brings extensive leadership experience across the public
and private sectors. She currently holds board
positions at several organisations including Anglian
Water Services and Group, the chemicals
company Victrex plc and specialised steel company
Aperam SA. She has previously held a range of other board roles
including serving as Chair of the Nuclear Decommissioning
Authority.
Her career spanning senior roles in technology, digital
transformation and corporate governance will
provides valuable expertise that
will benefit Companies House as it continues its
transformation.
Supported by CEO and the ministerial team at the
Department for Business and Trade, she will lead the
Companies House Board as the organisation continues to drive
forward the Government's transparency agenda.
Incoming Companies House
Chair Dr Ros Rivaz said:
I am delighted to be appointed as Chair of Companies
House.
We stand at a pivotal moment—our shift to digital, together
with the economic crime reforms, gives us the
chance to further enhance trust, transparency and
compliance.
Companies House now plays a critical role in safeguarding the
UK's corporate landscape, and our digital transformation will be
the engine of stronger compliance.
Business Minister said:
Ros has the vision and leadership experience to guide Companies
House through its next chapter.
Her track record makes her ideally suited to deliver a
Companies House that supports the government's mission for growth
and helps businesses to thrive.
I'd like to thank for his dedicated service as
Chair and wish him well for the future.
