Angling Direct plc announced the appointment of Nicola (Nicki) Murphy as an Independent Non-Executive Director, effective from June 16, 2022. Nicola will serve on the Company's Remuneration Committee. Nicki has spent the last 28 years serving as founder and CEO of the River Group, one of the UK's leading strategic marketing agencies and brings a wealth of experience across a number of different leadership roles.

The River Group specialises in delivering integrated campaigns to a range of clients including retailers and Nicki's experience will be invaluable as the Group looks to grow its brand in the UK and internationally. In addition to her role as CEO of the River Group, Nicki has extensive experience in the charity sector including as the Chair of the board of trustees at the Sophie Hayes Foundation and a trustee and director of the Katie Piper Foundation.