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Architects Benevolent Society Welcomes Simon Ashmore as CEO

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The Trustees of Architects Benevolent Society (ABS) are pleased to announce the appointment of Simon Ashmore as our new Chief Executive Officer, effective January 2025.
Simon brings with him a wealth of leadership experience and expertise, which we are confident will guide ABS into a promising new chapter of growth and impact.
With over six years in the charity sector, Simon previously held a key leadership role at the Bank Workers Charity, where he successfully oversaw services, wellbeing initiatives, marketing, fundraising, and digital development. His career also includes nine years at the Royal College of General Practitioners (RCGP), where he held senior positions, including Executive Director of GP Forward View, focusing on professional development and healthcare strategy.
Earlier in his career, Simon served as the marketing lead at the ifs School of Finance (now the London Institute of Banking and Finance). He has also made significant contributions to governance and strategy as a trustee of Electrical Safety First and a non-executive director of Certsure.
Simon’s extensive experience in service delivery, strategy, and sector innovation, coupled with his passion for community wellbeing, will be instrumental in shaping the future of ABS as we continue to support and enhance the lives of those in the architectural community.
We look forward to working closely with Simon as he leads ABS into this exciting new phase of its journey.