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Mike Clarke

CEO, RSPB

Mike became chief executive officer at RSPB in 2010 and has been associated with the charity since the age of 14 when he first became a member.

He has worked for the charity in an official capacity ever since 1988 when he became one of its first conservation officers – a role he stayed in for three years.

Prior to becoming CEO Mike was director of operations, managing the charity’s work throughout England and Northern Ireland.

As well as his passion for nature, Mike enjoys cooking and spending time with his two daughters.