Prominent figures in Welsh business were recognised in the King’s Birthday 2023 Honours List last week. The list rewards the accomplishments of extraordinary people from all backgrounds across the whole of the UK, all who have made contributions to public life and their communities.
In Wales, the business community saw a number of industry leaders awarded for their accomplishments, including the chair of the Development Bank of Wales Gareth Bullock, who was awarded an OBE for services to the Welsh financial economy. With 45 years’ experience in financial services, Mr Bullock has held numerous board positions including Tesco PLC, British Bankers’ Association, and Global Market Group. He was also a Trustee of the British Council from 2012 to 2018.
Mr Bullock said: “I am pleased to have been awarded the Order of the British Empire for services to the Welsh financial economy. While it is certainly a great personal honour, I absolutely recognise that the award is in large part due to the success of the Development Bank. Of course, that success is entirely founded upon the hard work, creativity and dedication of our team.”
