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Acorn Welcomes First CEO Amidst Remarkable Growth! - Acorn Community Bank
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Acorn Welcomes First CEO Amidst Remarkable Growth!

We are thrilled to announce the appointment of Clive Henly as the First Chief Executive Officer of Acorn Community Bank. This significant milestone coincides with our membership nearly doubling to 10,000 since our formation two years ago through the merger of Wiltshire and Swindon Credit Union, Clivey Credit Union in Swindon, and Swan Community Bank serving Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire, and Berkshire.

Over the past 11 years, Clive has been an integral part of Acorn Community Bank as a volunteer manager. Following his retirement from a distinguished career as an IT project manager, he has now stepped into a full-time leadership role. Clive’s dedication to community service is evident as he aims to strengthen Acorn’s role within the local fabric, collaborating with institutions like libraries, schools, and places of worship to enhance community well-being.

“I am excited that I’ve now got the opportunity and the time to give to what I believe is an organisation that’s part of the jigsaw of our communities.” – Clive Henly. CEO of Acorn Community Bank

Future Plans.

As a member-owned institution, Acorn Community Bank is committed to providing affordable financial solutions, including loans ranging from £500 to £15,000, to support young families facing unexpected expenses, such as appliance replacements or car repairs. Clive emphasizes the importance of offering reliable financial partnerships to those underserved by traditional banking, aiming to prevent reliance on high-interest lenders or loan sharks. ​

Our partnerships with organizations like Wiltshire and Swindon Borough Councils and NHS Trusts in Salisbury, Oxfordshire, and Milton Keynes have been instrumental in promoting payroll savings schemes. Under Clive’s leadership, we aspire to expand these collaborations, broadening our membership to include middle-aged and retired individuals who may also benefit from our services

A warm welcome.

We invite our community to join us in welcoming Clive Henly as he leads Acorn Community Bank into a future marked by growth, inclusivity, and unwavering commitment to serving our members’ financial needs

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