Ruth Handcock

Ruth Handcock is an accomplished leader currently serving as the Chief Executive Officer of Octopus Money since May 2023, focused on providing accessible money advice. Ruth has extensive experience at Octopus Investments, where roles have included Chief Customer Officer and Director, emphasizing a values-driven approach to customer engagement and innovation. Additionally, Ruth holds directorships at amicable divorce, Octopus Legacy, and Aldermore Bank PLC, alongside chairing roles at Seccl and Supporting West Africa Through Schooling (SWATS), the latter of which Ruth founded to provide free education in Sierra Leone. Previous positions include Chief Customer Officer and Chief of Staff at Tandem Bank, as well as Global Finance Director for Bacardi. Ruth holds a Master of Arts in Natural Sciences from the University of Cambridge.