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Dr Nathalie von Siemens new President of Siemens Stiftung, as foundation announces new topic areas

6 July 2023
Simon Hungin

Having occupied the role of Deputy President since 2020, Dr Nathalie von Siemens has now succeeded Berthold Huber, who held the position since 2014, as the President of the Board of Trustees of Siemens Stiftung. ‘On behalf of the Board of Directors and the entire Siemens Stiftung team, I would like to thank Berthold Huber wholeheartedly for his constructive and faithful contribution over the years. Berthold Huber has assisted Siemens Stiftung ever since its inception. …

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Two new trustees join Friends Provident Foundation Board

23 June 2023
Alliance magazine

Two new trustees have joined the Friends Provident Foundation Board. Caroline Taylor, the Chief Executive at Essex Community Foundation, and Paul Blyth, a pioneer in the field of ESG/Impact Investment, began their term as Board Members for the Foundation earlier this month. Taylor brings a wealth of experience and expertise in the charity sector. With a strong focus on developing long-term philanthropic resources for local benefit, she has advised high-net-worth individuals, businesses, public agencies, and …

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Social impact organisation GSG appoints new Board Chair

6 May 2023
Alliance magazine

The Global Steering Group for Impact Investment (GSG) has appointed the Rt. Hon. Nick Hurd as its new Chair, succeeding Sir Ronnie Cohen who will become non-executive President and continue to serve on the GSG’s Board. Hurd’s experience as the GSG Global Ambassador for Policy and as Chair of the Impact Taskforce will ensure continuity as he transitions into his new role, according to GSG. He has already visited and collaborated with many of the …

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Joseph Rowntree Foundation appoints new Board Chair

6 May 2023
Alliance magazine

The UK-based social change charity Joseph Rowntree Foundation (JRF) has appointed Professor Carol Tannahill OBE to chair its board of trustees. She succeeds Will Haire CB, who recently stepped down after serving three full terms on the board. Previously vice-chair of the JRF Board of Trustees, Tannahill was also Director of the Glasgow Centre for Population Health from 2003-2020. She was seconded part-time to the Scottish Government in 2014 as the first Chief Social Policy …

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African Philanthropy Forum appoints new Board Chair

16 February 2023
Alliance magazine

Nigerian philanthropist Gbenga Oyebode has been appointed Board chair of the African Philanthropy Forum. Oyebode succeeds Tsitsi Masiyiwa, APF’s pioneer …

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Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors names European VP, three new Board members

25 December 2022
Alliance magazine

Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors has named Alejandro Álvarez von Gustedt as Vice President, Europe. Álvarez adds his extensive and varied international …

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Wellcome Director to step down in February 2023

15 December 2022
Alliance magazine

The Director of the Wellcome Trust, Dr Jeremy Farrar, will step down from his role in February 2023. Wellcome’s current …

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European Ventre Philanthropy Association appoints new Chair

24 June 2022
Alliance magazine

The European Venture Philanthropy Association (EVPA) has appointed Leslie Johnston, CEO of the Laudes Foundation, to become the new Chair …

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Fozia Irfan appointed Board Chair of 360Giving, succeeding founder Fran Perrin

12 June 2022
Alliance magazine

360Giving, a platform for open data about grants in the UK, has appointed BBC Children in Need’s Director of Children …

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CAF America appoints new board chair

14 May 2022
Alliance magazine

As philanthropic leaders and donors gathered to celebrate the 30th anniversary of CAF America, the organisation announced Char Mollison as …

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Spring Impact appoints new CEO

7 March 2022
Alliance magazine

The global organisation Spring Impact has appointed Mohamed Osman as its new CEO. Spring Impact is a nonprofit leader in …

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LSE Marshall Institute appoints new director of £50m Impact Accelerator

3 March 2022
Alliance magazine

The LSE Marshall Institute has announced that venture philanthropy and investment specialist Leslie Labruto will be director of its newly …

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ERNOP elects new president

28 January 2022
Alliance magazine

The European Research Network on Philanthropy has elected Professor Tobias Jung of the University of St Andrews as its new …