The Exodus Travels Foundation has appointed Diana Tickell as its new chair, succeeding interim chair Sam Seward.
- Diana Tickell brings a wealth of experience from the charity sector, enhancing the Foundation’s mission.
- The Foundation, established in 2019, focuses on impactful community and conservation projects worldwide.
- Tickell’s career started in travel, providing her unique insights into the industry and its challenges.
- Her role will involve fundraising and promoting the Foundation’s brand to achieve long-term positive change.
The Exodus Travels Foundation recently announced a significant leadership change with the appointment of Diana Tickell as its new chair. Tickell replaces Sam Seward, who served as the interim chair and is also the managing director of the tour operator. Previously, Pete Burrell was the chairman of the board of trustees for this independent, not-for-profit organisation, which was established in 2019.
Tickell’s extensive background in the charity sector is expected to significantly impact the Foundation’s mission of supporting community-based social impact and conservation projects worldwide. Her tenure as chief executive of NABS and her 13 years at Barnardo’s are particularly noteworthy, alongside her earlier experience in the travel industry. This blend of expertise positions her well to drive the Foundation’s goals.
In addition to her achievements in the charity sector, Tickell’s initial career phase in the travel industry with The Travel Club of Upminster and her volunteer work in Sierra Leone provide her with valuable insights into travel-related community initiatives. Her expertise lies in fundraising, strategic planning, and stakeholder engagement, all of which are crucial for the Foundation’s success.
Rochelle Turner, the head of sustainability at Exodus Adventure Travels, expressed enthusiasm about Tickell’s appointment, stating, “I am delighted to have Diana join the Foundation and I am looking forward to seeing her spearhead its growth.” The Foundation is actively involved in partnering with organisations to promote conservation and the regeneration of communities and ecosystems in regions visited by the operator.
The Foundation’s work revolves around its mission to achieve long-lasting transformation by concentrating on three principal areas: people, places, and the planet. Tickell’s responsibilities will include enhancing the Foundation’s brand presence and raising essential funds to support various conservation and social impact projects worldwide.
Diana Tickell’s leadership promises to advance the Exodus Travels Foundation’s mission for sustainable impact.
