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A straightforward approach to investing for high income

HEFT

Henderson European Focus Trust plc

Board Member

Melanie Blake

Director

Melanie Blake

Date of Appointment
3 July 2023

Skills and Experience
Melanie is a chartered accountant and risk and compliance professional with over 20 years’ experience in the asset management industry. Melanie brings a deep understanding of governance, risk, compliance and financial reporting to Board deliberations. Melanie audited asset management companies and investment funds at KPMG in Cape Town, before moving to KPMG in London, where she advised the asset management sector on financial reporting, risk and compliance matters for nine years. Melanie worked in senior risk and compliance roles with Barclays Wealth and Investment Management and most recently, Aberforth Partners.

External Appointments
Melanie is a trustee of the Hemat Gryffe Women’s Aid charity.