UK-based identity tech start-up, OneID® has today announced the appointment of David Bell as Non-Executive Director.

David has over 35 years of experience in senior executive, and non-executive, roles having held significant positions with major global corporations, start-ups and SME’s. David is dedicated to building strong brands and customer relationships to contribute to rapid business growth. 

OneID® is a government-certified, UK-based identity tech company making it easier for people to prove who they are online by accessing bank-verified and secured data. This groundbreaking technology can authenticate the identity of over 40 million people in the UK in a way that is safe and secure, regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and certified to the DCMS Digital Identity and Attributes Trust Framework.

In recent months, OneID®, has gained new partnerships with companies such as DocuSign and Sports Alliance. This, and the addition of David joining the board, is a display of progress for digital identity in the UK. It also conveys the multi-sector demand for making online experiences safer.

Digital identity technology is becoming an increasingly in-demand solution to digital and sociological problems including fraud, online abuse and identity theft. 

Martin Wilson, CEO of OneID®, commented: “Our purpose is to make the online world a safer place for businesses and consumers. David’s extensive commercial and consumer experience will be invaluable as we build partnerships with business customers whilst keeping the safety and security of all UK citizens at the forefront.”

David Bell commented: “I’m really excited to join the Board of OneID® and to help the business make the digital world a safer place for everyone.”

OneID®’s products have already appealed to a wide range of businesses in the UK who have enabled their customers to authenticate their identity online quickly and safely. 

OneID® was launched in 2019 and founded with a strong social purpose. The company is a certified B-Corp that aims to be the first privately funded public utility and is dedicated to having a positive social impact by creating trust online.

OneID®’s technology enables businesses and individuals to operate online in a truly safe manner whilst also protecting data and privacy; OneID® does not store or exploit any personal data.