Brigid Simmonds OBE, Chair
Having enjoyed tennis and lacrosse at an early age, she joined the Women’s Royal Army Corps before eventually moving into public relations for the Ministry of Defence.
After working as head of marketing and PR at an architectural firm specialising in sport and leisure buildings, Brigid was appointed Chief Executive of Business in Sport and Leisure. In July 2005, she succeeded Howard Wells as Chair of CCPR.
She is also a former Chair of the Sport England Lottery Awards Panel and served as a non-executive director of Leicester City Football Club.Her work in the sport and leisure industry was recognised in the Queen’s 2006 Birthday Honours List, when she was awarded an OBE.
Tim Lamb, Chief Executive Officer
Prior to his appointment on 1 August 2005, Tim was the Chief Executive of the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) for eight years between 1997 and 2004, during which time, under his leadership, the sport of cricket witnessed a period of unprecedented reform and modernisation.
Tim played professional first class cricket for Middlesex County Cricket Club between 1974 and 1977, and for Northamptonshire CCC from 1978 to 1983, before moving into sports administration. He was appointed General Manager of Middlesex CCC from 1984 to 1988 and subsequently Cricket Secretary, later Deputy Chief Executive, of the Test and County Cricket Board from 1988 to 1996.
Sallie Barker, Head of Services
As Head of Services, Sallie is responsible for a range of areas including communications, events, administration of the Board, Divisions and Committees and the CCPR corporate services (HR, IT and facility management). A key aspect of her role is the development and management of the CCPR's services to members.
Tel: 020 7976 3938
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John Ollard, Head of Finance
A Chartered Accountant and Economics graduate, John handles the financial affairs of the CCPR. Prior to joining the CCPR on a part-time basis in 2000 John's entire career was spent in the private sector, mainly in the precious metals business. In addition to the role as Head of Finance John is also involved with policy matters which have a financial and tax emphasis; and is additionally responsible for the development of commercial opportunities which are of benefit to CCPR members. He is also a Director/Trustee of Sports Leaders UK.
Tel: 020 7976 3910
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Andrew Hanson, Head of Policy
As Head of Policy, Andrew leads a team of three policy officers and one research officer. The team plays a key role in scrutinizing policy and legislation emerging from Westminster and Europe, and works to ensure that this benefits sport and recreation. The team also promotes the contribution of sport and recreation to broader social agendas. The monthly policy update keeps CCPR members abreast of all current policy developments.
Tel: 020 7976 3902
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James Stibbs, Head of Communications
James is responsible for co-ordinating the CCPR’s communications programme. Working across the organisation’s divisional structure, James’s role is to maintain the profile of the CCPR amongst its stakeholders and to promote the interests of sport and recreation to its key audiences. He also acts as the CCPR’s day-to-day spokesperson on issues affecting the sector.
Tel: 020 7976 3930
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Kate Lawrenson, PA to the Chief Executive
Kate provides secretarial support to the Chief Executive and advises on Corporate Governance Procedures for the organisation. She also provides full support for the Board of Directors, Finance Committee, CCPR Enterprise Board and the General Council.
Tel: 020 7976 3941
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Sue Baldwin, Office Manager
Sue has operational responsibility for the personnel functions of the organisation and ensures the smooth running of the office facilities, including equipment contracts.
Tel: 020 7976 3920
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Anne Clark, Management Accountant
Anne prepares the accounts and salaries for the organisation.
Tel: 020 7976 3911
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Richard Tacon, Research and Evidence Officer
Richard provides the research function within the policy team, ensuring that the work of the team is based on the best available evidence. He undertakes primary research in a number of areas, such as the social and economic impact of sport, the sustainability of local sports clubs and income generation in national governing bodies. He is also the external research contact for CCPR and sits on the Sport’s Strategic Partnership for Volunteering Research Group.
Tel: 020 7976 3922
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Duncan Carter, Policy Officer
Duncan is CCPR’s Outdoor Pursuit and Water Recreation Officer. Duncan leads on access and sustainability issues, working closely through members. He also supports the work of the Adventure Activities Advisory Committee, the National Water Safety Forum and sits on the “Best of Both Worlds” steering group. He represents the interest of community sport on the National Playing Fields Advisory Panel, which advises the Secretary of State on the disposal of school playing fields.
Tel: 020 7976 3904
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James MacDougall, Policy Officer
James is CCPR’s European and International Officer. James works closely with the European Commission, European Parliamentarians, the European Non-Governmental Sports Organisation and the EU Sports Office. James’ remit ranges from the European Commission’s Sports Unit’s sports policy to areas of legislation created by other Directorates-General that effect sport, such as media rights or the free-movement of players.
Tel: 020 7976 3932
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Richard Norman, Development Officer Member Services and Support
Richard is the prime contact for a variety of NGBs of sport and recreation and the prime purpose of his role is to identify and establish new, appropriate services for CCPR members in the areas of organisational development and capacity building. He also manages several existing support systems eg the CRB check service and the Business Support and CASC helplines . Richard is the lead officer for the Regional Committee and CCPR’s Development Directors’ Forum and is also responsible for developing CCPR’s links with the wider voluntary sector at a national, regional and local level.
Tel: 020 7976 3927
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Angela Sasso, Events Officer
Angela manages the delivery and budgets for the full range of CCPR events and social occasions including the AGM, seminars and workshops, launches, National Conference and Vice-President’s dinner. She is also responsible for the administrative support for the Torch Trophy Trust. In addition she will provide management of the CCPR meeting room(s) booking service.
Tel: 020 7976 3923
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Sophie Tate, IT Officer
Sophie provides support for all the ICT systems of the organisation including the database, INVU archiving system, IT and support for the telephone systems.
Tel: 020 7976 3921
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Helen Davies, Training and Education Development Officer
Helen is CCPR’s Training and Education Development Officer and is working with Skills Active and Running Sports. Helen’s remit ranges from developing the programme of CCPR workshops, Smart Sport and CEO training to supporting members to achieve the Equality Standard for Sport. Helen is also the Lead Officer for the Movement and Dance Division.
Tel: 020 7976 3928
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