We're delighted to share that Heather Benjamin is our new Chair of the Board of Trustees, and Sam McCann is Chair of our Finance Committee.
Both of these positions are incredibly important for us and our future at Everyturn.
Heather will lead our board’s discussions, holding us accountable for our plans and commitments, and make sure Everyturn’s activities are effective and impactful. Sam will have a crucial role in our financial stewardship, as we invest in our future and adapt to changes to our funding.
In other words, both trustees make sure that all actions we take are in Everyturn’s best interest; our strategic plans are ticking along; and that everything is done responsibly, reasonably, and honestly.
Heather Benjamin
, Chair of the Board of Trustees
Since her role as Chief Procurement Officer with Centrica, Heather has held a range of chair and non-executive director roles across private, public and voluntary organisations.
Heather is Independent Non-Executive Director for BlueLight Commercial, collaborating with police and fire forces across England and Wales. She is also Non-Executive Director of Supply Chain Co-ordination Ltd, supporting NHS Trusts; and Vice President of The Leaders Club, which networks with senior leaders. Heather is also chair of ShareSoc, a not-for-profit organisation, created by investors for investors.
Heather has previously been Chair of Walsingham Support, which supports people with learning disabilities, and Air Ambulances UK.
Heather is passionate about supporting mental health organisations, bringing her experience from the NHS and non-profit organisations.
“I’m delighted to be joining this wonderful organisation as chair! My fellow board members and I are keen to use our diverse experiences to support people so they don’t struggle alone.
“I look forward to building on the excellent work to date and developing new opportunities to engage with the many people we work with and for, as we co-create the next steps of Everyturn’s journey.”
Sam McCann, Chair of the Finance Committee
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am is a passionate finance leader with a track record of developing and transforming cross-functional finance teams and leading them from good to great.
Sam has over 25 years’ experience across healthcare, fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG), and charity roles. She is currently the Finance Director at St John Ambulance and brings a breadth of experience of accounting, commercial, operational, strategic business partnering and transformation.
Sam is a strong believer that the NHS needs the support from the third and private sector to help provide much-needed capacity. With the growing mental health needs across the country, she’s looking forward to sharing her skills and experience to help Everyturn fulfil our mission.
We’re delighted to welcome Heather and Sam, and looking forward to the impact we’ll make together.