Wrexham investors given new board role

Kaleen Allyn is the daughter of US businessman Eric Allyn

Wrexham's newest investors have stepped up their involvement in the League One club with Kaleen Allyn named as a new director.

The New York-based Allyn family were confirmed in October as joining Hollywood pair Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney in the ownership structure.

Allyn has joined the board as executive director following English Football League (EFL) approval.

The move sees Humphrey Ker move from executive director to community director, while Shaun Harvey takes up a position as a non-executive director.

The Allyn family owned the global medical device company Welch Allyn before selling the firm in 2015, with several reports claiming the deal to be worth more than $2bn.

They have since invested in public and private ventures, becoming minority investors in Wrexham.

Commenting on her appointment, Allyn said: "On behalf of the Allyn family, I am honoured to be appointed to the board of directors of Wrexham AFC limited.

"For over a century, our family has focused on building great businesses, while also uplifting resilient communities. We now look forward to bringing that family ethos to Wrexham AFC and the community of Wrexham.

"We are grateful to Rob and Ryan, and the Wrexham community, for this great opportunity. Together with the Wrexham board, I look forward to playing an active and positive role in the club and community."

Other members of the Wrexham board include former Inter Milan and DC United CEO Michael Williamson who was named the club's chief executive in May 2024.