Accrington Stanley Community Trust is delighted to announce the appointment of Kimberley Whitehead to its Board of Trustees.
Kimberley joins the Board as the Trust’s Governance Portfolio Holder, bringing a wealth of experience across local government, governance, community safety and public service.
She currently serves as Deputy Police and Crime Commissioner for Lancashire, where she leads on Prevention and Partnerships, governance and scrutiny. Alongside her public service role, Kimberley has over 20 years’ experience working within the utilities sector.
Born and raised in East Lancashire, Kimberley is passionate about creating opportunities for local people and firmly believes that sport has the power to transform lives, strengthen communities and promote community cohesion. Throughout her career, she has championed investment in grassroots sport, community facilities and initiatives that bring people together from all backgrounds.
Kimberley’s appointment further strengthens the Trust’s Board, bringing valuable governance expertise and strategic insight at an exciting time for the charity as it continues to expand its programmes and develop new community facilities.
Martin Fearon, Chief Executive Officer of Accrington Stanley Community Trust, said:
“We are delighted to welcome Kimberley to our Board of Trustees. She brings a fantastic combination of governance expertise, strategic leadership and a genuine passion for supporting communities across Lancashire. Her experience in partnership working, public service and governance will be a real asset to the Trust as we continue to grow and develop.”
Kimberley Whitehead said:
“I am honoured to join the Board of Trustees at Accrington Stanley Community Trust. The charity has an outstanding reputation for making a real difference to people’s lives through sport, education, health and community engagement. As someone who is passionate about creating opportunities for local people, I am looking forward to supporting the Trust’s continued success and helping to strengthen its positive impact across the communities it serves.”
Purves Ali, Chair of Trustees, added:
“We are committed to ensuring our Board reflects the communities we serve and has the skills and experience needed to guide the Trust into the future. Kimberley is an excellent addition to the Board, and we look forward to working with her as we continue to build on the Trust’s success and deliver even greater impact across Hyndburn and East Lancashire.”