Lloyd’s Register Foundation announces new CEO
Dr Ruth Boumphrey has been appointed as the new chief executive officer of Lloyd’s Register Foundation.
Boumphrey replaces Professor Richard Clegg who will retire on 30 June after leading the organisation for 10 years.
She already works at the foundation as director of research and strategic programmes. She is a trustee of the National Oceanography Centre, a non-executive director of the UK Government’s Centre for Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences, a commissioner at the National Preparedness Commission and on the editorial board for the Cambridge University Press journal in data-centric engineering.
Previously, she was chair of the Welding Institute and on the council at Lancaster University.
On her appointment, she said: “In its first 10 years, Richard built a foundation that embodies the Lloyd’s Register values: to care, to share, and to do the right thing. Through the vision, values and dedication of our colleagues and partners across the globe we have worked together to engineer a safer world.
“The foundation’s second decade will see a world that is changing fast. Population growth, climate change, the energy transition, and technological innovation will bring new challenges and opportunities for us, and it will be a privilege and pleasure to lead the foundation to have even greater impact in making the world a safer place in the future.”
British Science Association appoints new CEO
The British Science Association (BSA) has appointed Hannah Russell as its new chief executive officer.
Russell joins from the Association for Science Education, which she has led for nearly three years. She will take the helm of BSA in the autumn.
Previously, she was director of society programmes at the Biochemical Society and education manager at Wellcome. She is also a trustee of Secondary1st, a cancer research charity.
Hilary Newiss, chair of BSA, said: “I am delighted that Hannah will be the next chief executive of the BSA. She has a genuine passion for our mission and vision, and the skills to lead the team to deliver it. Hannah is an innovative and energetic leader; an experienced CEO who understands our sector.
“She has a real understanding of the change we want to see: in breaking down the barriers that prevent people and communities from engaging in, studying or working in science and research. I am very much looking forward to working with her.”
MRF’s scientific advisory panel announces new chair
The Meningitis Research Foundation’s (MRF) scientific advisory panel has announced that Dr Caroline Trotter has become its new chair.
Trotter replaces Professor James Stuart who stepped down after reaching the end of his term.
She is a leading infection disease epidemiologist at the University of Cambridge and director of the Cambridge-Africa programme, which connects researchers in these locations.
Commenting on her new role, she said: “Having been a great admirer of the work of the MRF for many years, I am delighted to take on the role of chair of the scientific advisory panel, succeeding the wonderful James Stuart. The Defeating Meningitis by 2030 road map lays out the challenge to reduce death and disability from meningitis around the world and so this is a particularly exciting time for MRF and the global meningitis community.”
New CEO for Mayor’s Fund for London
Jim Minton has been appointed new chief executive officer of the Mayor’s Fund for London.
Minton, who will join the fund in September, has led the Toynbee Hall, a multipurpose community organisation, since 2017. He has extensive experience in leadership positions, having worked as director of membership and communications at London Youth and held senior roles at several charities.
He is currently chair of trustees at Dost, a youth refugee charity, vice chair of the Aldgate Business Improvement District and a board member of Collaborate CIC.
Tim Roberts, chair of trustees at the Mayor’s Fund for London, said: “We are delighted to welcome Jim to the leadership of the Mayor’s Fund for London. The scale of need that we are trying to address in London is vast but with over 20 years of strategic leadership across public and non-profit sectors, Jim brings a wealth of experience to this role and we are excited to work with him to ensure the fund continues to do as much as it can to support young Londoners to achieve their full potential.”
Social Enterprise Scotland appoints chair of transition group
Professor Ian Welsh will be the new chair of a Social Enterprise Scotland’s transition group to oversee the move to a single body that represents the country’s social enterprises.
Welsh joins from the Health and Social Care Alliance Scotland where he was chief executive for 12 years. He has held a number of senior positions in the charity sector and on Scottish government programme boards.
Social Enterprise Scotland will start receiving government funding to take over as the single enhanced intermediary from 1 July.
Chris Martin, chief executive of Social Enterprise Scotland, said: “We are delighted that Ian has agreed to chair the transition group as we continue making progress towards the delivery of a strong, inclusive voice for social enterprise in Scotland.
“We thank everyone who has positively engaged with the establishment of the group, and we continue to engage with grassroots and local social enterprises across the country.
“Together, we have an exciting future ahead of us as we deliver a new inclusive model for the sector.”
Alzheimer’s Research UK welcomes two new trustees
Alzheimer’s Research UK has welcomed two new trustees.
- Amanda Farnsworth is a former BBC executive who has extensive board experience in the charity sector. She is a trustee at the Cambridge Arts and chairs Newcomers and Visiting Scholars, a volunteer-led group Cambridge University.
- Divya Chadha Manek is senior vice president of clinical development at Eyebio, an ophthalmology biotech company. Prior to this, she worked at the National Institute for Health Research and was a member of the UK Vaccines Taskforce.
Hillary Evans, chief executive at Alzheimer’s Research UK, said: “We welcome Amanda and Divya to our board and Alzheimer’s Research UK. Over the past two years, Covid-19 has presented the charity and UK dementia researchers with unprecedented challenges, and the pandemic has disproportionately impacted people with dementia. But this is also a time of great optimism: with potential new treatments on the horizon, dementia research is now at a tipping point.”
Support SEND Kids gains new trustee
Caroline Withers has joined Support SEND Kids, a charity that helps children with special education needs and disabilities access educational support, as a trustee.
Withers is commercial legal director at Virgin Media O2. With 20 years of experience in the legal industry, she is a fervent advocate of diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
Rachel Amos, co-founder of Support SEND Kids, said: “We’re delighted to welcome Caroline on board at what is a hugely exciting time for our charity. As we continue to develop innovative solutions to the challenges faced by SEND families, we are hugely grateful for the expertise she will bring to the team.
“One of our goals going forward is to increase awareness for the different journeys those in the workplace around us might be going through, particularly SEND families. With only one in five SEND children receiving the regular in-school support they need, these families must shoulder a variety of burdens, from financial to career-sacrifices. We look forward to working with Caroline to identifying how Support SEND Kids can best help these individuals.”
Dynamic Earth appoints new CEO
Dynamic Earth, a visitor attraction and charitable trust in Edinburgh, has appointed Mark Bishop as its new chief executive officer.
Bishop joins from the National Trust for Scotland where he has been director of customer and cause over the past seven years. Before joining the charity sector, he worked in book publishing, television and internet start-ups.
Professor Sir Pete Downes, chair at Dynamic Earth, said: “We are thrilled to have Mark joining us at Dynamic Earth. He has vast experience in organisational leadership and fundraising, with a fantastic network in Scotland and across the UK, which will be of huge benefit to our organisation. We look forward to seeing him, together with the team, build on the solid foundation that he inherits, and we’re excited to work with him.”
New fundraising and commercial director for Guide Dogs
Guide Dogs has announced that Deborah Bourne will lead its fundraising directorate.
Bourne stepped up from her role as head of committed giving to joint interim fundraising director alongside Hannah Wallis after her predecessor stepped down in November. Bourne has worked in the retail and charity sectors for more than 25 years.
Tom Wright, chief executive of Guide Dogs, said: “We were looking for an individual with a breadth of relevant experience, and Deborah certainly fits the bill. We’re sure Deborah will continue to strengthen our senior leadership team.”
Catch22 announces new CEO
Naomi Hulston has been promoted chief executive officer at Catch22.
Hulston has been with the charity for 21 years where she has held 14 different positions, from volunteer to chief operating officer.
She will take the helm on 20 June, but there will be a transition period until the end of July when Chris Wright, the outgoing CEO, formally steps down.
Commenting on her appointment, Hulston said: “This is hugely exciting time to be leading such an incredible organisation. The opportunities for reform and doing things differently brought about by a post-pandemic world present an even greater case for change than ever before. As we move forward into the next chapter, I look forward to working with our teams, service users and wider stakeholders to ensure that Catch22 continues to be at the forefront of creating and delivering the social impact we know makes a difference.”
New chair of trustees at MS Society
Professor Sir Paul Curran will become the new chair of trustees at MS Society.
Curran is currently chair of the National Joint Registry and the Natural Environment Research council advisory committee, director of the Universities Superannuation Scheme, president of the Remote Sensing and Photogrammetry Society and patron of The Conversation UK.
He has led several national committees and was president of City, University of London for more than a decade. He was also vice-chancellor of Bournemouth University and deputy vice-chancellor and dean of Science of the University of Southampton. Prior to this, he was a university academic, a research scientist at NASA and an advisor to the European Space Agency.
He will take over from Nick Winser, who has been in the position since 2017, in July.
Nick Moberly, chief executive of MS Society, said: “I’m delighted that Sir Paul is to join the MS Society’s board of trustees – he brings with him a wealth of experience and I’m very much looking forward to working with him.
“We are, however, sad to say goodbye to Nick Winser – his visionary leadership along with his commitment to the MS community has been exemplary and we’re incredibly grateful for all he has done over the last five years.”
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