The Smarter Web Company is pleased to announce the appointment of Oliver Hewett to the Board as an Executive Director, with immediate effect. Additionally, Tyler Evans has stepped down as Non-Executive Director, with immediate effect.
Appointment of Oliver Hewett to the Board
Oliver joined the Company as Group Financial Controller in April 2026 and was subsequently promoted to Chief Financial Officer (“CFO”) in June 2026. Since joining, he has become an increasingly important member of the senior leadership team, making a significant contribution to the Company's financial management, corporate governance and strategic development.
His appointment to the Board reflects the value of his contribution to date, the breadth of his responsibilities and the Board's confidence in his ability to support the Company's long-term ambitions.
Oliver brings almost two decades of financial experience spanning institutional investment banking and SME leadership. A Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales, Oliver previously held positions at Barclays Capital, Bank of America Merrill Lynch and NatWest Markets, where he supported the financial execution of RBS's £29bn Capital Resolution programme.
Prior to joining the Company, Oliver also served as CFO and board director at two growing UK SMEs, supporting acquisitions, revenue growth and operational scale-up.
As an Executive Director, Oliver will continue in his role as CFO, working closely with Andrew Webley, CEO, and the wider Board on the execution of the Company's strategy and 10 Year Plan.
There is no information required to be disclosed under UKLR 6.4.8R in respect of Oliver Hewett.
Departure of Tyler Evans from the Board
The Company announces that Tyler Evans has stepped down from his position as Non- Executive Director to focus on his other business interests.
The Board would like to express its sincere appreciation to Tyler for his support and contribution during the Company's transition to becoming a publicly listed business in April 2025 and throughout its initial stages as a public company. The Board is grateful for his involvement during this important period in the Company's history and wishes him every success in the future.
Andrew Webley, CEO, The Smarter Web Company, commented:
“I am delighted to welcome Oliver to the Board. Since joining us, he has become an incredibly important part of the Company, and his experience, judgement and contribution have been invaluable. His appointment is thoroughly deserved and reflects the confidence I have in him as we continue to execute our 10 Year Plan.
“I would also like to personally thank Tyler for his support and contribution during the early stages of our journey as a public company. He will always be considered a friend of The Smarter Web Company. I wish him every success for the future.”