Irwell Valley has appointed a new Chair of their Board of Managment. Lynne Garsden, Fellow of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors takes over from Nigel Neary, who has chaired the Association since 2001.
Lynne, a partner at Manchester based Surveyors and Valuers Guest Garsden, has been a member of Irwell Valley’s Board since 2002. The Association, with an annual turnover of £26m, provides homes and services to over 30,000 residents in Greater Manchester. Listed in the Financial Times Top 50 Great Place To Work companies, Irwell Valley has received numerous awards for design, regeneration schemes and customer service innovation.
CEO Dr. Tom Manion said:
“Nigel Neary’s dedication and commitment has been crucial to Irwell Valley’s evolution over the last decade. He was pivotal to the launch of Gold Service – a radical new direction for customer service in the social housing sector.
Irwell Valley has an outstanding successor in Lynne Garsden who will ensure we continue to be well governed, forward thinking and have an excellent future. “
Commenting on her appointment, Lynne says she is looking forward to the challenge.
“I am delighted and honoured to be Chair of the Board of Management and to take over from Nigel Neary, an organisation in excellent health. The Board work very closely with Tom and the Executive and will continue to do so.
Over the last 6 years I have worked well with our very capable Board and the hardworking, enthusiastic Executive and colleagues at Irwell Valley. I am looking forward to continuing to work with them to build on our strengths and face the challenges ahead for the benefit of our residents.”
Lynne Garsden was formally appointed to Chair, September 28 2009.