Ben is launching the search for a new Chair and Trustees as it enters a new chapter in its 120-year history.

Ben is inviting expressions of interest and applications from passionate and forward-thinking leaders for a new Chair and to fill several Trustee vacancies. These leaders will be motivated to drive impact and shape the direction and vision of health and wellbeing across the automotive industry for generations to come.

Following the successful completion of a major two-year transformation and divestment programme, Ben is now a focused and dedicated health and wellbeing charity here to serve those who work in or have worked in the automotive industry and their families.

This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to join Ben’s Board as the charity embarks upon a bold plan to treble its impact, providing health and wellbeing support to over 10,000 individuals by 2030 and be a part of a unique and exciting period of influencing the long-term future of Ben’s charitable work.

This recruitment process follows the retirement of four highly regarded and long serving Trustees: Steve Nash (Chair), Graeme Potts, Robin Woolcock and Jeremy Hicks who, alongside the whole of Ben’s Board helped steer Ben through a significant period of change and transformation helping to lay a solid foundation to ensure the charity is well positioned for the future as it enters this new and exciting era.

Will Dalton, a Ben Trustee since February 2020, has been appointed as Interim Chair of the Board to provide continuity while the search for new Board members takes place. Both Steve Nash and Graeme Potts continue to support the charity in advisory capacities as Ben moves through this period of transition.

Executive search firm, Warren Partners, has been appointed to lead the recruitment of a Chair and new Trustees. The charity is particularly interested in inviting expressions of interest from individuals who work, or have worked, in different parts of the automotive industry, as well as health and wellbeing leaders and those with extensive charity experience.

Rachel Clift, CEO of Ben, said: “Ben simply wouldn’t be the charity it is today without the commitment, wisdom and leadership of our retiring Trustees. Their contribution has been immense, and we are incredibly grateful for the role they have played.

“We now look forward with strong foundations in place. We’re seeking passionate leaders who want to help us accelerate our ambition, develop our vision for the future and expand the support we provide to our automotive family. This is an exciting moment for Ben and a unique opportunity to make a lasting difference.”

Will Dalton, Interim Chair, said: “Ben has a proud heritage and an increasingly important role in supporting the people who keep our industry moving. This is a unique and exciting opportunity for new Trustees to influence and elevate how Ben shapes the future of health and wellbeing support across the industry. I’m honoured to support the charity at the start of this transition and look forward to welcoming new voices and perspectives to the Board as we pursue impactful change.”

Steve Nash, who served as Ben’s former Chair, added: “It has been a privilege to serve Ben during such a transformative time. The charity is now focused, resilient and clear about its purpose. The moment is right for new leadership to help drive the next stage of growth and impact.”

Ben welcomes expressions of interest from across the automotive industry and beyond. Acknowledging that diversity of thought, experience and background will be central to the future success of the charity.

Individuals interested in the Chair or Trustee roles are invited to contact Warren Partners by emailing jf@warrenpartners.co.uk with your CV and expression of interest.

To find out more about Ben’s Board of Trustees, visit: www.ben.org.uk/board.

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