Andy Hughes
About Andy Hughes
Andy Hughes is the Director of Investor Relations and Strategic Planning at Wickes and has extensive experience in financial analysis and non-food retail stocks. He also serves as Managing Director at Bankers without Boundaries and has held various roles in consultancy and investment banking over his career.
Work at Wickes
Andy Hughes serves as the Director of Investor Relations and Strategic Planning at Wickes, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for managing relationships with investors and developing strategic initiatives to enhance the company's market position. Additionally, he is a member of the ESG Board Committee at Wickes Group plc, where he contributes to the company's environmental, social, and governance initiatives.
Current Roles and Responsibilities
In addition to his role at Wickes, Andy Hughes is the Managing Director at Bankers without Boundaries, a position he has occupied since 2020. He also volunteers as a Volunteer Responder for the NHS in the United Kingdom. His current roles reflect a commitment to both corporate leadership and community service.
Previous Experience in Consulting
Andy Hughes has a diverse background in consulting, having worked at Headland Consultancy and Equitory as a Consultant from 2020 to 2022. He also consulted for PALLITE® during 2020-2021. His consulting experience has equipped him with skills in analyzing non-food retail stocks and advising management teams.
Educational Background
Andy Hughes studied at Berkhamsted School before pursuing higher education at the University of Oxford, where he achieved a degree in Philosophy, Politics, and Economics (PPE). He also attended the University of Cambridge, completing a short course in Business Sustainability Management at the Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership in 2020.
Career in Financial Services
Andy Hughes has extensive experience in the financial services sector. He worked at UBS for 25 years in various roles, including Executive Director and Managing Director. He also served as a Retail Analyst at Nomura from 1990 to 1993. His career has been marked by recognition as a top-ranked analyst, showcasing his expertise in financial analysis and valuation.