The Payments Association, a trade body representing the payments sector, has announced chief executive Ben Agnew will step down. Agnew took the reins of the trade body back in 2020 and in his tenure saw membership and revenue grow considerably. The stepping down of Agnew follows a recently secured investment
Oscar Hornstein
The Payments Association, a trade body representing the payments sector, has announced chief executive Ben Agnew will step down.
Agnew took the reins of the trade body back in 2020 and in his tenure saw membership and revenue grow considerably.
The stepping down of Agnew follows a recently secured investment at The Payments Association that came from Nineteen Group in 2025.
“It has been a privilege to lead The Payments Association and work alongside such a talented team, members, partners and represent our industry,” Agnew said.
“I am incredibly proud of what we have achieved together in becoming a strategic partner for the industry, and building a market-leading platform with strong momentum and exciting future potential.
“I am grateful for the relationships, challenges and opportunities that have shaped my time at the Association. I wish the team and Nineteen Group every success in the years ahead.”
Alison Jackson, chief executive of Nineteen Group, added: “We would like to thank Ben for his significant contribution to The Payments Association.
“He has helped build a strong and highly respected platform, created a robust foundation for future growth, and leaves the business well positioned for its next chapter of international growth.”
