Board Changes

24 June 2025

essensys plc

("essensys" or "Group")

Board Changes

essensys plc (AIM:ESYS), the leading global provider of software and technology to the flexible workspace industry, is pleased to announce the appointment of Sian Herbert as Independent Non-Executive Director and Chair of the Audit Committee on 1 July 2025. Sian will succeed Charles Butler, who is stepping down as member of the Board and Chair of the Audit Committee at the end of June to pursue other interests.

Sian has an extensive career in the City, spanning 35 years' experience within both the financial services and technology sectors, specifically within audit, accounting, risk, regulation and governance. This experience positions Sian to offer invaluable insight and significant strength to the essensys Board.

Sian spent a successful 25 years at PriceWaterhouseCoopers LLP ("PwC"), with 15 years as Partner. As partner, Sian developed in depth expertise in financial services, e-money and payment services, advising on risk, regulatory change and the increasing impact of technology on the sector. Over her extensive career, Sian has held a variety of leadership and senior board level positions and is a recognised expert at providing strategic advice and guidance to companies within the financial service sector. Since July 2020, Sian has held Independent Non-Executive Director and Chair of Audit and Risk Committee roles at Mitsubishi HC Capital UK PLC and AIM quoted Equals Group plc, as well as Audit Committee Chair for HBL Bank UK Limited.

Outside of these leadership positions, Sian is a member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales, as well as a Member of the Hong Kong Society of Accountants.

essensys' Chairman Jon Lee said: "We are delighted to welcome Sian Herbert to the essensys Board. Her impressive track record of providing insight and in-depth knowledge to companies will prove invaluable in driving forward our strategic goals and initiatives for essensys as we enter our next chapter of growth.

I would also like to take this opportunity to thank Charles Butler, who has been with us since our IPO in 2019, for his energy, guidance and support the last six years as both a Non-Executive Director and Chair of the Audit Committee. I wish him all the best in his future endeavours."

Additional information in respect of the AIM Rules

The following information relates to the appointment of Sian Anne Herbert, aged 59, who is currently, or has within the past five years been, a director or partner of the following companies:

As at the date of this announcement, Sian Herbert does not hold any ordinary shares in essensys plc.

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Save as set out above there are no further disclosures pursuant to Rule 17 or Schedule 2(g) of the AIM Rules for Companies in respect of the appointment of Sian Herbert.

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About essensys plc 

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Founded in 2006 and listed on the London Stock Exchange AIM Market, essensys is a leading global provider of software and technology to the commercial real estate industry.

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Partnering with many of the world's leading landlords and flexible workspace operators, essensys delivers innovative digital experience (DX) solutions that drive occupancy, maximise yield and reduce operating costs. Its flagship products, essensys Platform and elumo, solve the complex challenges of managing physical and digital access in dynamic multi-tenant environments, while delivering deep space utilisation insights and transformative digital experiences.

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With a focus on Access, Intelligence & Experience, essensys' products enable real estate leaders to unlock the full potential of their portfolios in today's flexible, hybrid world while ensuring they stay ahead in an era of dynamic workplace evolution.