Social Enterprise Coalition appoints new chief executive

Finance | 23 Sep 2009

The Social Enterprise Coalition (SEC) has appointed Peter Holbrook as its new chief executive. Holbrook is currently the CEO of Sunlight Development Trust.

He replaces Jonathan Bland, who is departing in the new year.

Holbrook said: “Politically and economically, social enterprise is set to be tested like never before. But alongside the undoubted challenges that face the sector, we have a unique opportunity to promote an economic model that can change not only the way we do business but also society at large.

“I’m honoured to lead SEC during this period of change, which would be daunting were it not for Jonathan’s inspiring legacy and the incredible team I’ll be proud to be working with.”

Jonathan Bland will continue full time as CEO until 31 October and after that will provide interim support until Holbrook starts in the New Year.

Bland has been CEO of the Coalition since its inception six years ago and is leaving in order to start an international consultancy on social enterprise. He said: “I couldn’t be more pleased to be passing along the reigns to Peter. I am confident that his vision and passion will take the Coalition into a new and exciting phase.”

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