We’re delighted to announce our appointment of four new team members to help support our growth plans. The new appointments span a range of business areas, including governance, finance, technology, and business support, reinforcing our commitment to delivering excellent service to our clients.
Ieuan Solanki joins us as a Manager, bringing a strong experience in pension scheme governance, scheme management, and administration. He is focused on creating tailored client solutions, ensuring successful project outcomes and collaborative partnerships. He joins from Barnett Waddingham, where he oversaw administration transitions, governance initiatives, and client portfolio oversight, alongside his role as chair of a DEI and Wellbeing Committee. He is currently a committee member for the North-East region of the Pensions Management Institute (PMI).
Lydia Kartono joins our finance team as a Finance Assistant. She began her career in project management at Spirit Energy working on renewable energy initiatives. Her passion for finance led her to Volta Trucks, where she oversaw accounts payable and accounts management across the UK, Sweden, and Belgium. At Vidett, Lydia supports the accounts receivable function, streamlining invoicing processes and helping maintain a smooth cash flow cycle.
Ryan Hopewell has been appointed as Technology and Data Assistant. Originally from South Africa, Ryan brings hands-on experience with Power BI, data analysis and system support from previous roles at the Torpedo Factory Group and ecoDriver Ltd. At Vidett, he will support the technology team, developing Power BI dashboards and reports that provide valuable insights to the wider business.
Finally, Lisa Paul joins us in a Marketing and Team Support role. With over 17 years’ experience in administration, management, and customer service in the retail and facilities sectors, Lisa will provide administrative and business development support to the entire team’s operations. This includes overseeing proposals, arranging travel and events. She also leads the region’s diary management.
Commenting on the appointments, Wayne Phelan (Chief Executive), said: “As Vidett continues to expand and strengthen our capabilities, I’m delighted to welcome Ieuan, Lydia, Ryan and Lisa to the team. Ieuan’s dedication to mentoring and building inclusive, supportive communities truly aligns with our values. Lydia’s collaborative approach and attention to detail have quickly made her a valued team member.
“Ryan brings a passion for data and problem-solving, which is translating into smart, insightful reporting for our team. And with her strong organisational skills and client focus, Lisa is a fantastic asset to our Scotland team. I’m excited to see the impact they will have in their roles.”
For more information on the above, or any of our Vidett employees, please see our whole team page
