Nationwide Building Society has announced that Mike Rogers will succeed Kevin Parry OBE as chair of Nationwide, Virgin Money and Clydesdale Bank. Rogers will join the board as an independent non-executive director and deputy chair on 1 April 2026 and, following a handover period, will assume the role of chair on 16 July 2026 subject to his appointment being approved at Nationwide’s annual general meeting on 15 July 2026.

Rogers brings extensive experience in financial services and a strong track record in leadership. He is currently chair of Admiral Group PLC, chair of Experian plc and previously served as the chair of Aegon UK PLC. Rogers was an independent non-executive director at NatWest Group plc, chair of its group sustainable banking committee and member of its group performance and remuneration committee. He was previously a non-executive director of the Association of British Insurers.

In his 30-year executive career in financial services, Rogers played key leadership roles, including as CEO of LV= and in senior roles in his 20 years with Barclays.

Tracey Graham, senior independent director, who led the appointment process on behalf of the Nationwide board, thanked Kevin Parry for his contribution and said: “After a rigorous search process, the board is delighted to appoint Mike Rogers as our next chair. He stood out as an ideal candidate, with extensive industry experience and strong leadership credentials that align with Nationwide’s mutual values. The board is confident that Mike Rogers will provide the strategic guidance and stewardship needed to continue our success.