Andrew Whyte, Chief Executive
Andrew was appointed Chief Executive of AFM in April 2023.
Andrew works with the AFM Board to determine the strategic direction and priorities of AFM, and directs the work of the Association towards those aims. He has extensive knowledge of the financial services industry and regulation, having served until recently as the Director of Communications at the Financial Conduct Authority.
Earlier in his career he had been Director of Communications at Arts Council England, Defra and the Foreign & Commonwealth Office and Head of Corporate & Public Relations at the BBC.
Stephanie Blenko, Head of Policy
Stephanie joined the AFM as Head of Policy in January 2025. In her role, she works to develop and execute the strategy and objectives of the organisation through engagement with members, regulators, and other important stakeholders.
Prior to this, Stephanie worked as a senior policy associate in corporate governance and stewardship at the Financial Reporting Council. Here she developed expertise in financial regulatory affairs and policy development.
Laura Lusted, Events Manager
Laura joined AFM as Events Manager in May 2024 and is responsible for the planning and delivery of our growing programme of virtual and in-person events.
Laura has a wealth of experience in event management having managed a wide range of events of all sizes within the financial services and technology sectors since 2016. Prior to this, she spent 15 years working in various roles in financial services, including for the Bank of England, Northern Trust and BNP Paribas.