Pierce appointed independent director of Butterfield

The Bank of N.T. Butterfield & Son Limited announced that Ingrid Pierce has joined the bank’s board as an independent director, bringing the total number of directors to 10.

Pierce is global managing partner at Walkers and heads the law firm’s Cayman investment funds group. Prior to joining Walkers in 2002, she practised as a barrister in London, specialising in commercial and chancery work.

Michael Collins, Butterfield’s chairman and chief executive officer, said in a press release: “I am delighted that Ingrid is joining Butterfield’s Board of Directors. The Bank will benefit from her expert legal and business knowledge, particularly relating to international trust, banking and law. It will also benefit the Bank to have a new Cayman-based Director, as the Cayman Islands remains an important contributor to Butterfield’s profitability and expected growth.”

Pierce is a frequent speaker at industry events and a guest commentator on various media platforms including Bloomberg, CNBC and Fox Business.

She is also a member of the board of directors of Lex Mundi, a network of independent law firms. Pierce will join Butterfield’s risk policy and compliance committee.

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