New non-executive directors appointed
We have appointed two new non-executive directors to our board.
Colin McCready (pictured right) has joined the hospital as a non-executive director, and Liz Baker (pictured right) as an associate non-executive director.
Colin is currently chief financial officer (CFO) with NHS Supply Chain, a role he has held since December 2019 (he was additionally acting chief executive officer (CEO) from November 2020 to August 2021). Before this, he worked at NHS Professionals, where he held the position of CFO and then interim CEO.
Liz has a wealth of experience from the transportation sector, particularly in the capital delivery of major rail projects such as Crossrail and High Speed 2, and major industry reviews.
Liz said: “I am proud to have been appointed to this role – I am dedicated to developing our ambitious plans to benefit our patients and our people.”
Colin added: “I am delighted to join the PAHT board and I look forward to working together to enhance the services we provide for the local community.”
Lance McCarthy, chief executive, said: “I am pleased to welcome Colin and Liz to PAHT, as they support us in our work towards a modern, integrated and outstanding organisation.
“We are committed to transforming the way we provide care and collaborate with our health and social care partners, as we continue to improve the experience for our patients and our people.”