Michael Spencer
Profile
Michael Spencer, Baron Spencer of Alresford, is a British businessman, philanthropist, and member of the House of Lords. Born in British Malaya, he founded the financial services firm ICAP in 1986, which grew into a global leader in inter-dealer broking. A prominent figure in the City of London, he served as Treasurer of the Conservative Party and is a significant donor to the party. In 2020, he was created a life peer and currently serves as the Chairman of the Centre for Policy Studies. He is also recognized for his extensive philanthropic work, particularly through the ICAP Charity Day and the Borana Conservation Trust.
Details
- Born
- May 30, 1955 · 71 years old
- Birth place
- British Malaya
- Education
- Worth School, Corpus Christi College, Oxford
- Career
- Founder and CEO of ICAP and NEX Group, Chairman of Numis Securities, Treasurer of the Conservative Party
