Andy Skelton, Group Chief Financial Officer

Andy has over 20 years of strong finance and commercial skills, alongside substantial experience in the technology sector.

Contribution and Experience

Using his strong financial and commercial skills built over 25 years, Andy provides the financial oversight and controls that has supported the growth of Drax from a renewable energy company to an international company with a differentiated portfolio.

Highly values driven, with a personal commitment to Drax’s climate, nature and people positive ambitions, Andy represents Drax as a member of the Northern Powerhouse Partnership, helping create more opportunities and a better economy for the people of the North of England, where he also lives.

Previously Andy was CFO at Fidessa Group plc and has held a number of senior finance positions at CSR plc, Ericsson and Marconi, including two years as CFO of Ericsson Nikola Tesla. Andy has a BA in accounting and finance and qualified as a chartered accountant in 1994.

Appointment to the Board:

January 2019