How to build a portfolio through hard work

​A lunchtime community chat with Ray Milne

​Join us for a relaxed, community-led lunchtime conversation on How to Build a Portfolio Through Hard Work, featuring Ray Milne  - an experienced board member, committee chair and former Chief Risk Officer with over 40 years’ leadership across risk management, product manufacturing, distribution and IT/Cyber, spanning retail banking, pensions and investment industries, alongside the design and implementation of AI systems.  Having 'retired' from his C-Suite role 18 months ago Ray is now on the boards of a Bank, a Building Society, a Friendly Society and is Treasurer and Trustee of the local branch of a global charity. 

​This session will be hosted as an informal, interview-style conversation with Ray, followed by a live Q&A. Expect honest insights, real-world lessons, and practical takeaways on how consistent effort, smart decision-making and resilience can help build a portfolio over time.

​Ray brings a rare combination of executive and non-executive experience, having held board roles across 25+ UK and EU companies, and 30 UK FCA ‘Approved Person’ and SMF roles. He is also a Chartered Actuary, a former Council Member of the profession, and a past Vice President of the Chartered Insurance Institute. He has also spent 16 years as a Trustee on charity boards and is passionate about helping organisations grow safely, with a strong focus on customers and innovation, including adopting AI to enhance client experience over the past four years.

​Bring your lunch, bring your questions, and join us for a candid and engaging discussion.