Packfleet promotes Robert Collings to CFO to support London growth following Series A funding round

All electric courier Packfleet has announced the appointment of Robert Collings as Chief Financial Officer. 

Collings has more than a decade of experience in the accounting industry, and was promoted into the role having previously been Packfleet’s Head of Finance. 

The chartered accountant recently supported the business through its Series A fundraise, in which it secured over £8 million from General Catalyst and Voyager Ventures. 

Off the back of the fundraise, his expertise will help bolster Packfleet's presence in the London delivery market and support its roster of merchants.

Before joining Packfleet, he worked with a range of high growth, tech focused companies both internally and externally, managing teams across the finance, legal, compliance and people departments. 

Tristan Thomas, CEO at Packfleet, says: “It’s been a pleasure having Rob as our Head of Finance for the past 18 months. Post-fundraise, we’re entering a pivotal phase of growth, and it’s vital that we have a trusted member of the team ensuring we’re spending that money in the right way.” 

“A year and a half ago, his experience made him a perfect fit for Packfleet. Now, it’s only natural that he becomes our CFO.” 

Collings says: “It’s been an incredible journey since I first started working at Packfleet back in 2022, and it’s great to be stepping up into the role of CFO.” 

“Startups are an amazing place to garner experience, and after supporting the business through our Series A fundraise and the start of our nationwide expansion, I’m excited to continue the journey.”Packfleet is doing great work in the logistics sector, and is driving real industry change, and I’m proud to be at the forefront.” 

Since its launch in 2021, the B Corp certified courier has grown to more than 50 HQ employees, and now delivers for the likes of Who Gives A Crap, Pizza Pilgrims and HURR.

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