7 years operating as a CEO running a commercially successful business.9 years as a senior manager working for a major trade association Trustee and director of three voluntary organisationsFormer Chairman of the Nuffield farming Scholarships TrustA strong appetitive for organisational change and development Ability to create and implement effective strategic plans to build the businessesUnderstands the importance of focusing a business around the needs of customers Capable of developing a strong organisational culture which put customers at the forefront of the business Strong track record in building commercially successful relationships with a wide cross section of stakeholders including Govt Depts and NGOsCreated a joint venture to lever the brand strength and capability of each organisation and put new products into the marketAn effective, influential and respected ambassador for the businessGood appreciation of the role of a Board and the importance of effective governance A credible, influential and articulate leader