NSSA selects a new Chair
by Will Burchnall 22 Nov 2009 19:14 GMT
The National School Sailing Association is pleased to announce that it has selected Helen Denton as its new Chair.
Chris Lowe, the NSSA Vice Chairman said: “Finding absolutely the right person to lead the NSSA forward in such positive times has been quite a challenge for us. We are delighted therefore that Helen has agreed to be our Chair. She has significant management and leadership experience and skills both in leading private, public and voluntary sector organisations. We look forward to working with her over the coming years. Helen will be taking up her post as Chair immediately and will be confirmed in July 2009 at the NSSA’s Annual General Meeting.”
Following her appointment Helen said; I look forward to working alongside Chris and the rest of Executive Committee. With so much emphasis on retaining children and young people in healthy sports at the moment, we have a great opportunity to develop the work of the NSSA and to encourage even more participation.”
Helen currently works with Lancashire County Council as their Executive Director for Children and Young People. She has extensive experience at improving performance and developing strong relationships with those engaged in supporting children and young people.
Chris Lowe went on to say; “the NSSA is a very strong organisation that has great potential to develop further. We know that with Helen’s involvement, we can meet this potential and involve even more youngsters in the sport of sailing”.