Announcement • Jun 16
The Smarter Web Company Plc Announces Chief Financial Officer Changes The Smarter Web Company PLC announced the promotion of Oliver Hewett to the role of Chief Financial Officer, effective June 16, 2026. Oliver Hewett had served as Group Financial Controller since his appointment on April 27, 2026 and this promotion reflected the Board's recognition of his contribution and capability. Oliver Hewett would serve as a member of the Company's senior leadership team and would not be appointed to the Board of Directors at this time. He would continue to report directly to Andrew Webley, Chief Executive Officer. In his role as Chief Financial Officer, Oliver Hewett would assume expanded responsibility for overseeing all aspects of the Group's financial strategy, planning and reporting; ensuring compliance with applicable financial regulatory requirements across all jurisdictions in which the Group operates; progressing the Company's corporate governance framework in line with applicable standards and evolving best practices; managing the Company's relationships and contracts with third-party service providers; supporting the Board and Chief Executive Officer in the assessment and execution of strategic and corporate finance initiatives; and leading and developing the Group's finance function. He would continue to work closely alongside Mario Visconti, Head of Projects, as the Company continued to progress its acquisition strategy. Oliver Hewett brought almost two decades of financial experience spanning institutional investment banking and SME leadership. A Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales, Oliver Hewett began his banking career in commodities finance at Barclays Capital and Bank of America Merrill Lynch before moving to NatWest Markets, where he supported the financial execution of RBS's £29 billion Capital Resolution programme. Most recently, Oliver Hewett had served as Chief Financial Officer and Board Director at two growing UK SMEs, where he led several acquisitions and supported revenue growth and operational scale-up. Announcement • May 19
The Smarter Web Company Plc Announces Appointment of Jon Bird as Head of Marketing, Effective May 18, 2026 The Smarter Web Company Plc announced the appointment of Jon Bird as Head of Marketing, with Effective May 18, 2026. Jon will lead the Company's marketing strategy, overseeing brand development and marketing communications, including digital marketing, PR and content across all channels, as the Company continues to scale its marketing function. Jon joins the Company following the recent acquisition of Squarebird Agency Ltd. ('Squarebird'), as announced on February 23, 2026. Jon co-founded Squarebird in 2015. Squarebird is a well-established and has been to date a consistently profitable web design and digital marketing agency employing over 20 full-time staff. For the financial year ended April 30, 2025, Squarebird generated turnover of approximately £1.40 million and gross profit of approximately £1.28 million, with approximately 40% of revenue recurring over the last five years (unaudited). Following the acquisition, Squarebird became a wholly owned subsidiary of The Smarter Web Company, and Jon will continue to serve as an Executive Director at Squarebird, supporting its leadership team as required. Jon brings over 15 years' experience in digital marketing, with a strong track record in marketing strategy, brand development and integrated campaigns across sectors including finance, consulting, technology and media. He has worked with both FTSE-listed and privately owned companies, leading end-to-end marketing programmes from strategy through to execution. Jon's appointment further strengthens the integration between the Group's operating businesses, marketing capabilities and long-term growth strategy, reflecting the increasing strategic importance of marketing, communications and brand positioning as the Company scales. Announcement • May 07
The Smarter Web Company Plc has completed a Follow-on Equity Offering in the amount of £0.502034 million. The Smarter Web Company Plc has completed a Follow-on Equity Offering in the amount of £0.502034 million.
Security Name: Ordinary Shares
Security Type: Common Stock
Securities Offered: 1,283,975
Price\Range: £0.391
Transaction Features: Subsequent Direct Listing