Anthony Wreford

Anthony Wreford’s Biography

Anthony Wreford is a non-executive and business advisor.

His non-executive roles include Chair of MS International PLC, Chair of Real Estate Investment Strategies (REIS) and non-executive director of Evolved Brands.

His advisory roles include Corient, Skybound Capital and St. James's Place.

Anthony previously advised Aberdeen Standard Investments and has just retired, after 11 years (and 19 meetings), as the Founder and Chair of a group of leading asset managers that met twice a year to discuss non-competitive issues.

For over 20 years, Anthony worked for Omnicom, the global network of leading marketing communications companies. Initially, he was an Advisor, then he became a Divisional CEO, and later, Deputy Chairman of Omnicom Europe.

Away from work, Anthony’s main interest is sport, particularly golf and cricket. He was President of the MCC from 2018 to 2019 and Chairman of the Professional Cricketers’ Association from 2009 to 2014.

Rock & roll and country music are his other passions. He was on the board of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and is an Investor in CountryLine,... Anthony Wreford is a non-executive and business advisor.

His non-executive roles include Chair of MS International PLC, Chair of Real Estate Investment Strategies (REIS) and non-executive director of Evolved Brands.

His advisory roles include Corient, Skybound Capital and St. James's Place.

Anthony previously advised Aberdeen Standard Investments and has just retired, after 11 years (and 19 meetings), as the Founder and Chair of a group of leading asset managers that met twice a year to discuss non-competitive issues.

For over 20 years, Anthony worked for Omnicom, the global network of leading marketing communications companies. Initially, he was an Advisor, then he became a Divisional CEO, and later, Deputy Chairman of Omnicom Europe.

Away from work, Anthony’s main interest is sport, particularly golf and cricket. He was President of the MCC from 2018 to 2019 and Chairman of the Professional Cricketers’ Association from 2009 to 2014.

Rock & roll and country music are his other passions. He was on the board of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and is an Investor in CountryLine, a country & western app launched in 2018.

Anthony’s charitable work includes acting as a Trustee of the Patron’s Lunch for HM The Queen’s 90th Birthday and as a trustee of The Lord’s Taverners. He is an occasional Advisor to other charities.

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Anthony Wreford’s Background

MS International PLC

Chair

Jul 2026 - Present

London, UK

MS International plc (MSI) is a UK-based engineering company that manufactures and supplies specialist products and services for the defence, mining, construction, and infrastructure sectors through a portfolio of international businesses. Its operations include naval weapon systems, precision forgings, mining equipment, and fuel station superstructures, serving commercial and government customers across global markets.

RE+S | Real Estate Investment Strategies

Chair | Advisory Board

Feb 2022 - Present

London, UK

RE+S (Real Estate Investment Strategies) is a privately-owned investment company specialising in the acquisition, development and asset management of real estate, and operates out of London, Lisbon and Geneva..

Evolved Brands Limited

Non Executive Director

May 2026 - Present

Bath, UK

Evolved Brands Limited is a UK-based beverage company responsible for the Pura brand, which specialises in creating lower-calorie soft drinks using natural ingredients, catering to the "better-for-you" beverage market.

Founded in 2016 and initially named Pura Beverages International Limited, the company has grown from its origins in South Africa to enter international markets, including the United States, bolstered by growth investments and global distribution operations.

Playing Field

Non Executive Director

Sep 2022 - Feb 2026

London, UK

Playing Field is a London-based company focused on advancing the creation of outstanding theatre. Established in 2017, it specialises in early-stage development, late-stage investment, and the production of a wide range of theatrical projects in London, across the UK, and internationally.

Corient (Formerly: Stonehage Fleming)

Board Advisor

2020 - Present

Corient, formerly Stonehage Fleming, provides investment management advice to some of the world’s most prominent families and wealth creators.

Skybound Capital

Advisory Board member

2020 - Present

Skybound Capital was founded in South Africa in the mid-1990s and has grown into a global wealth management business.

Asset Management

Chair & Convenor | Bi-Annual Meetings

2013 - 2025

Anthony served as the Chairman and Convenor for several Asset Management Bi-Annual meetings.

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Other Business Interests

MCC

President

Oct 2018 - Oct 2019

London, UK

Anthony first joined the MCC Membership Committee in 1993 and he later chaired the club’s Marketing Committee. In 2009 he began the first of two three-year terms as a Trustee and took up the post of President in October 2018.

Previous Board Positions

The Professional Cricketers' Association

Chairman

2009 - 2015

London, UK

The PCA looks after the interests of all professional cricketers in the UK. It provides advice on contracts, on health and increasingly on second careers. It works closely with the English Cricket Board, the England team and on major cricket issues.

Omnicom

Various roles, latterly Deputy Chairman, Omnicom Europe

1988 - 2012

London, UK

Anthony's role evolved from being a long term advisor of Omnicom (1988-1999) to becoming CEO of the marketing services division (1999-2008), and ultimately Deputy Chairman of Omnicom Europe (2008-2012).

Previous Advisory Roles

Aberdeen Investments

Advisor

2012 - 2020

London, UK

Aberdeen Investments was formed following the successful merger of Standard Life & Aberdeen Asset Management in 2017.

British Airways

Advisor

2006 - 2015

London, UK

British Airways is the United Kingdom's largest airline, known for its extensive global flight network, headquartered at London Heathrow Airport.

Philanthropy

Her Majesty The Queen's 90th Birthday Celebrations

Trustee

2014 - 2016

London, UK

Anthony was one of the original organisers and latterly, a Trustee for Her Majesty The Queen's 90th Birthday Celebrations in The Mall on behalf of her charities.

The Lord's Taverners

Former Trustee

London, UK

The Lord's Taverners was established in 1950 and creates opportunities for young people with a disability and those from deprived areas to engage in sport and recreational activities.