Join us for a Institute of Directors panel discussion led by Ben Timms on all things finance for 2026.
We are inviting businesses to join us and hear finance updates and share their views of what 2026 holds for them, supported by Handelsbanken & Azets.
Speaker
Ben Timms
As Commercial Director at Hamilton Court Foreign Exchange, a division of Marex (NASDAQ: MRX), Ben brings over two decades of leadership in financial services, specialising in risk and treasury management, hedging strategy, commercial growth, and client-centric innovation. With a career spanning global markets and high-performance sales teams, Ben has helped shape the FX and risk management landscape for businesses navigating international trade and currency risk.
At the Institute of Directors event, Ben, alongside a panel of fellow industry experts will share valuable insights on building resilient commercial strategies in volatile markets, post UK budget thoughts, providing guidance to directors and business owners, and how directors can leverage further knowledge and support to drive expansion within the UK and overseas. Known for his pragmatic approach and sharp market instincts, Ben offers a compelling perspective on leadership, risk, and opportunity in today’s economic climate.



