Canal & River Trust announces new CEO
Canal & River Trust has announced Campbell Robb as its new chief executive. Robb will join the charity on 6 October.
He currently serves as the chief executive of the social justice charity Nacro. Before that, he was the chief executive of the Joseph Rowntree Foundation and Joseph Rowntree Housing Trust.
Robb said: “The role of chief executive of the Canal & River Trust is one of the most exciting roles in the public and voluntary sectors and one I am delighted to take on.
“To act as a steward for the history and protect the future of these amazing living monuments will be a challenge, but also an opportunity.”
Arthritis and Musculoskeletal Alliance announces new CEO
Arthritis and Musculoskeletal Alliance (ARMA) has appointed Adrian Bradley as its new chief executive.
Bradley joins ARMA after more than eight years as head of healthier communities at the English Football League Trust.
Bradley said: “It is an honour to be following in the footsteps of Sue Brown and I will endeavour to build on the hard work and progress that has been made by Sue and the board over recent years.
“I look forward to serving our members and associate members in tackling health inequalities and improving MSK services for everyone.”
Caudwell Youth appoints new CEO
Caudwell Youth has appointed Amanda Batten as its new chief executive.
Batten has been serving as interim chief executive at the charity for the past year, providing strategic leadership and driving forward the charity’s mission.
She previously served as the chief executive of Contact, a national charity supporting families with disabled children, for nine years.
Batten said: “I’ve been struck by the passion of the entire Caudwell Youth team and how our youth-led service really does change lives.
“I’m ambitious for the future. The charity has grown quickly in just two years, and I’m looking forward to working with young people, colleagues and supporters to scale up the difference we make.”
London Historic Buildings Trust appoints new CEO
London Historic Buildings Trust (LHBT) has appointed Mark Hosea as its new chief executive.
Hosea joined the trust from the Old Royal Naval College in Greenwich, where he was director of estates and conservation.
He said: “I am delighted and proud to have the opportunity to lead LHBT and build on its extensive track record of over 30 years of making a difference by saving buildings at risk.
“I look forward to LHBT continuing to conserve and restore buildings that have been a cherished part of our past, giving them new uses to serve their communities for years to come.”
Leeds Hospitals Charity announces new director
Leeds Hospitals Charity has appointed Rebecca Baldaro-Booth as its new director of grants and impact.
Baldaro-Booth joined Leeds Hospitals Charity in March 2018 as a development manager before becoming head of grants in 2020.
Her new role oversees the charity’s strategic grantmaking process, ensuring funding has a measurable and lasting impact.
She said: “Our grants support pioneering and life-enhancing innovations that have a direct and lasting impact on patient care.
“I look forward to working closely with our partners to continue making a difference to patient lives and staff wellbeing.”
The Cheltenham Trust appoints new CEO
The Cheltenham Trust, which operates venues and events in the town of Cheltenham, has announced the appointment of Jessica Brewster as its new chief executive. She will step into the role in September.
Brewster is currently the CEO of the Roses Theatre in Tewkesbury.
She said: “I am absolutely delighted to be joining the Cheltenham Trust, returning to my hometown to work in venues I know and love.
“Cheltenham is a cultural powerhouse and I'm incredibly excited and feel very privileged to be given the opportunity to work with the brilliant team, partners and local community.”
Allsorts welcomes new CEO
Allsorts, a Gloucestershire based charity that helps disabled children, has appointed Clare Cannock as its new chief executive.
Cannock brings a wide range of experience from the youth charity sector and from senior roles in large grantmaking organisations.
Cannock said: “I am delighted to be joining such a talented team that demonstrate passion and professionalism to provide accessible, fun, and engaging experiences for children, young people and their families.
“The charity makes a valuable and positive difference to so many lives, creating ordinary magic.”
Greensleeves Care appoints new CEO
Nursing and residential care charity Greensleeves Care has announced the appointment of Chris Poole as its new chief executive.
Poole will join the charity in August. He currently serves as the director of business development at Sanctuary Care.
He said: “I am eager to work alongside the talented teams across the charity and to enhance the strengths of an already successful organisation.
“Together, we will build on the excellent foundations already in place and continue to provide outstanding care and support to those who depend on us.”
Breast Cancer Now welcomes chief support officer
Breast Cancer Now has appointed Helen Dickens as its new chief support officer. She will join the charity on 2 June.
The newly created role has been designed to continue to expand the reach and uptake of the charity’s support services and to maximise its impact in improving the physical, mental and emotional wellbeing of anyone affected by breast cancer.
Dickens said: “I'm delighted to be joining the exceptional team at Breast Cancer Now, and I’m looking forward to working together with them – and those affected by breast cancer – to ensure that everyone gets the support, information and treatment they deserve.”
GlobalGiving UK appoints new head of philanthropy
GlobalGiving UK has appointed Howard Wheeldon as its head of philanthropy, a new role to drive growth in major donor giving across the UK and Europe.
Wheeldon is an experienced philanthropy strategist with over 20 years’ experience working with international funders.
He said: “I’m honoured to join GlobalGiving UK at such a crucial moment. The opportunity to match generous, visionary donors with bold local leaders tackling global challenges is incredibly powerful.
“I look forward to growing the philanthropic partnerships that will fuel GlobalGiving’s next phase of impact.”
Turn2us appoints new chair
Anti-poverty charity Turn2us has appointed Arvinda Gohil as its new chair of trustees, succeeding Carrie Stokes after three years.
Gohil brings decades of leadership in social justice organisations and deep governance experience across the voluntary sector.
She currently works as a consultant in helping charities navigate transitions, as well as providing governance, coaching and mentoring support, specialising in supporting women of colour.
She said: “Turn2us’s strategy is clear, ambitious and rooted in co-production – what a strategy should be. Not only is this an opportunity for me to share my insights and experience, it’s also a chance to learn more from an expert team who are contributing to a more equitable world.”
Royal Star & Garter welcomes new chair
Richard Williams MC has been named as the new chair of veterans’ charity Royal Star & Garter.
While serving under the United Nations in Cambodia in the early 1990s, Williams MC was involved in multiple operations to enable the emerging peace process.
As a team medic, he helped save the lives of more than 100 civilians, combatants and UN personnel.
Williams MC said: “This is a time of significant change at Royal Star & Garter and I am excited to bring to its governing body my experience in overseeing and managing the challenges, risks and opportunities that such change presents.”
Cycling UK welcomes new chair
Cycling UK has welcomed Ashley Wheaton as its new chair of trustees.
Wheaton takes over the position from Janet Atherton, who stepped down last summer due to ill health and has since passed away.
Wheaton said: “This appointment means more to me than any I’ve held in my career.
“It brings together my personal passion for cycling and my professional experience in education, leadership and charity governance.
“In my role as chair, I am fully committed to improving cycle safety, lifting up the benefits of cycling for society and getting involved with the projects which drive behavioural change.”
Lloyds Bank Foundation for England and Wales appoints new trustee
Lloyds Bank Foundation for England and Wales has appointed Miles Ravenhill as one of its new trustees.
Ravenhill is the director of community banks at Lloyds Banking Group and brings nearly 40 years of experience in financial services.
He said: “From my own and others' experiences, I’ve seen the vital role small charities play in supporting all of us when we need it most.
“I’m looking forward to working alongside the dedicated team at the foundation to make a difference to communities right across England and Wales.”
Help Musicians welcomes trustees
Help Musicians has appointed Lorna Clarke and Stephanie Haughton-Campbell to its trustee board.
Clarke is the BBC’s director of music and Haughton-Campbell is the chief operating officer at UK Music.
Clarke said: “Help Musicians have a fantastic track record of making a genuine difference to the lives of musicians, so I look forward to joining the team.”
Haughton-Campbell said: “As a trustee, I eagerly look forward to contributing to Help Musicians' mission and participating on this board.”
Drinkaware appoints three trustees
Drinkaware has welcomed Rosie Donachie, Emma Reynolds and Chris Jowsey to its trustee board.
Donachie said: “Drinkaware is going from strength to strength and with the impactful campaigns, like those we’ve seen this year with Jameson and Andy’s Man Club with Chris Kamara, I’m excited to contribute to this continued momentum.”
Reynolds said: “I’m looking forward to working with the team and using my corporate experience to help drive the organisation forward.”
Jowsey said: “Drinkaware has a vital role to play in tackling alcohol-related harm across the UK, and it's important that it continues to be supported.
“That’s why I’m delighted to draw on my experience in the sector to help advance its mission.”
Transport for All appoints new trustee
Jo Bridger has been appointed as co-chair of Transport for All, the disability charity working on the transport system to remove barriers to disabled people’s travel.
Bridger will work alongside Deborah Persaud to lead the trustee board.
She has been a trustee of the charity since March 2024.
Bridger said: “I'm deeply honoured to be offered this opportunity to help lead such a bold and inspiring organisation.
“I’m looking forward to working closer with a brilliant team dedicated to making transport more accessible for all disabled people.”
Roundhouse welcomes three new directors
Roundhouse has appointed Liz Wainwright as its director of operations and estate, Sara Bakhaty as its commercial director and Amanda Cowley to its newly-created director of people and culture role.
Marcus Davey, chief executive and artistic director at the Roundhouse, said: “I am so pleased to be welcoming these three experienced and highly-motivated directors to our leadership team.
“Liz, Amanda and Sara all bring proven track records and passion for our sector which will be invaluable in ensuring that Roundhouse is delivering across all areas for our vibrant and varied community.”
Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents welcomes MP to its presidential team
Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA) has welcomed Baroness Christine Crawley of Edgbaston to its presidential team.
Crawley said: “I support RoSPA’s commitment to not just highlighting the tragic cost of accidents but also producing practical solutions to save lives, and am proud to be joining the Presidential Team of a respected charity working on a cause so close to my heart.”
Rebecca Hickman, chief executive at RoSPA, said: “Combined with the dedication of the charity’s existing Presidential Team, board members and staff, Baroness Crawley’s support puts RoSPA in an even stronger position to prevent accidents and save lives.”
Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen and Families Association recruits ambassador
Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen and Families Association (SSAFA) has welcomed classical singer Friederike Krum as its ambassador.
Krum is a frequent performer for both British and German Armed Forces. She was invited to perform at SSAFA’s annual Carol Concert last December at the Guards’ Chapel at Wellington Barracks.
Krum said: “Joining the SSAFA family is a huge honour and joy. I look forward to actively volunteering, as it is important to me to get to know the people within the charity and those SSAFA supports.
“I have the utmost respect for anyone serving and putting their life on the line to protect our democracy and freedom.”
First Steps ED welcomes new patron
Eating disorders charity First Steps ED has welcomed Sky Sports reporter Abigail Davies as its first celebrity patron.
Davies said: “When I was a child, I was initially denied access to treatment for anorexia because I didn’t meet certain rigid criteria.
“Having been through both inpatient and outpatient treatments myself, I’m excited to be working with First Steps ED, who provide different types of support depending on an individual’s need, and they work to provide fast and wide access at a time when high demand is leading to unacceptably long waiting lists.
“I've experienced first-hand how detrimental it can be to wait prolonged periods of time to receive treatment and I'm incredibly passionate about helping to change things and improve access to help, so that others don't go through what I and many others have had to.”
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