- Henry Allen brings deep CFO experience from scaling high-growth tech businesses and leadership roles at Octopus Investments
- Appointment comes as Caxton looks to build on twenty-four-year trusted heritage with further growth and innovation
“The world of business might be changing faster than most can keep up with, but Caxton is really well placed to capitalise on its heritage and agile, technology-first capabilities to continue to deliver growth and fantastic customer outcomes."
Henry Allen, CFO | Caxton
A significant milestone in the company's ambitious plans
Caxton – the most trusted* travel card and currency provider - today announces the appointment of Henry Allen as Chief Financial Officer, marking a significant milestone in the company’s ambitious plan to usher in a new era of growth, innovation and trust in travel money.
With a heritage spanning over two decades and a # 1-rated Trustpilot ranking* to be proud of, Caxton is preparing to reintroduce the brand in 2026 with a bold repositioning strategy: putting service, trust and quality back at the heart of how people spend and send money abroad. Henry’s arrival signals a renewed focus on scaling sustainably while preserving what has always set Caxton apart: human connection, reliability and market-leading customer service.
Henry brings with him a proven track record in high-growth, regulated fintech and software businesses, including pivotal leadership roles at Octopus Investments and TiPJAR, where he led periods of rapid expansion, external investment and digital transformation. With a passion for building companies that combine purpose and performance, Henry now brings that entrepreneurial spirit to Caxton - at a moment where the brand is ready to step forward and lead.
“Caxton is in a rare and exciting position,” said Henry. “It’s a business that’s not only trusted but deeply loved. It has the agility of an early-stage company but the roots and reputation of a legacy brand, and that blend of heritage and future focus is incredibly powerful. What excites me most is how many different types of customers rely on Caxton - from gap-year students and globe-trotting retirees to high-street institutions and tier-1 professional services firms. There are few companies that can claim that kind of reach and relevance.”
Henry joins at a time of real momentum for Caxton, with recent B2B wins including BDO, and integrations with BrightHR and Xero strengthening its corporate offering. On the consumer side, Caxton’s travel card and international payments services continue to thrive, known for their exceptional rates, seamless app experience and round-the-clock support.
Founder and CEO Rupert Lee-Browne said:
“We’re delighted to welcome Henry into the Caxton family. His energy, insight and ambition for what this brand can become make him the ideal partner for this next phase of our journey. At a time when faceless challenger brands dominate the market, Caxton’s strength lies in its trust, its people and its service - and Henry shares that vision fully.”
*based on Trustpilot scores for pre-paid travel card providers. Data as at 30th June 2025.
