Newcastle Building Society has appointed Lucy Winskell OBE as a non-executive director to its Board, strengthening the Society’s governance and strategic leadership as it continues its work to connect communities with a better financial future.
A highly respected business leader, lawyer and public servant, Lucy brings extensive experience spanning higher education, economic development, professional regulation and membership organisations, alongside more than 27 years of board-level and non-executive leadership experience.
Lucy brings a wealth of leadership, governance and strategic development experience to the Newcastle Building Society Board. With an exceptional track record spanning higher education, financial governance, professional regulation and regional economic development, she offers deep insight into the needs of communities, organisations and stakeholders across the North East and beyond.
Until 2022, Lucy was Pro Vice-Chancellor (Employability and Partnerships) at Northumbria University, where she spent 12 years leading relationships with local government and public bodies and shaping the University’s contribution to regional economic, cultural and social development. She also oversaw the significant growth of Northumbria’s London campus and the establishment of its Amsterdam campus. In 2022, she was appointed Lord-Lieutenant of Tyne and Wear, representing His Majesty The King across the county.
Prior to her university career, Lucy spent 28 years as a litigation lawyer and developed extensive expertise in governance, regulation and membership organisations through a range of senior leadership roles. Alongside more than 27 years of non-executive and chair experience, including appointments with the North East Local Enterprise Partnership, North East Chamber of Commerce and North East Access to Finance, she currently serves as a non-executive commissioner at the Port of Blyth and Vice President of Community Foundation North East. Lucy was awarded an OBE in 2014 for services to higher education and the regional economy.
Lucy Winskell OBE said:
“I am absolutely delighted to play a part in an organisation that is so focused on supporting the people and communities it serves. Having lived in the North East all my life, I have seen at first hand the enormous contribution the Newcastle Building Society has made, and continues to make, across our region and the wider North of England.
“The Society’s strong mutual values, commitment to its members and ambition to create positive social and economic impact make this an exciting time to join the Board. I look forward to supporting the Society as it continues to grow and deliver value for its members and communities.”
James Ramsbotham CBE DL, Chair of the Board at Newcastle Building Society, said:
“Lucy brings a remarkable breadth of leadership experience, an outstanding track record in governance and a deep understanding of the communities we serve. Her contributions to the region’s economic, educational and civic development over many years have been significant, and her values align strongly with those of the Society.
“Her appointment further strengthens our Board and will help inform the Society’s future growth and success. Lucy’s insight, strategic perspective, and passion for the region will be invaluable as we continue delivering our purpose of connecting our communities with a better financial future.”
For more information on Newcastle Building Society, visit: www.newcastle.co.uk
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