We’re buzzing to announce that the fabulous Rebecca Durrant is now our new Chair! With her incredible experience and passion for community service, Rebecca is the perfect person to lead us into an exciting future. Rebecca is a Private Client tax partner at Crowe UK LLP, advising individuals on all aspects of the tax system. Her clients are predominantly high-net-worth individuals, typically owner-managers, professionals, and entrepreneurs, many of whom are involved in property as investors or developers. In addition to her professional achievements, Rebecca has been Treasurer of Forever Manchester for the last 2 years and sits on the advisory board of Girls Out Loud. She is passionate about equality, diversity, and inclusion and leads Crowe’s Women’s Empowerment Programme, supporting the female pipeline and promoting an environment where everyone, regardless of gender or background, can reach their full potential. Rebecca is not only a dedicated professional but also a devoted wife and mother to two grown-up boys and is at her happiest spending time with her family by the sea.
Nick Massey CBE, Forever Manchester’s Chief Executive said ‘Rebecca’s appointment as Chair of Forever Manchester marks an exciting new chapter for the organization. Her extensive experience, dedication to community service, and commitment to equality and inclusion will undoubtedly drive Forever Manchester’s mission forward’. Sandy Lindsay MBE, the charity’s Vice Chair added ‘Rebecca has been making a real impact on our Board and as our Treasurer and we were delighted when she applied for the Chair role. Following a thorough recruitment process, it was clear that she was the best candidate for the role; she’s a proven, professional leader and we’re excited that she’ll be leading us as we head into a new five-year plan!’