Craig Dewar-Willox is thrilled to announce the formation of a new Leadership Team as we continue to grow and transform in West Lancashire. A robust leadership team is crucial to support the County’s strategy and aspirational goals, including the growth of the Waddecar Activity Centre. These changes aim to enable more young people to enjoy Scouts. The new Leadership Team will build upon the excellent work of Team West Lancs, further driving our transformation journey.
Our New Structure:
We’re excited share our Transformed Leadership Team as we embark on a journey of change, helping to drive the delivery of our Skills for Life strategy.
We’re transforming volunteering at Scouts to make it easier, more enjoyable and rewarding.
Our Senior Leadership Team:
I know you’ll join me in welcoming the new team. An official handover will take place during County Team Weekend 2024 on Saturday 13 January.
Over the coming months we’ll share more about our vision and plans for the future and how we’ll look to provide support and leadership in the County. I would like to finish by offering some thanks to our current County team for their leadership with dedication and by example. We’ve been in good hands and they’ve set a high standard for the future team to aspire to.
Craig Dewar-Willox – Lead Volunteer
Craig will continue to lead the County as we continue to implement our strategy.
Emma Aggrey – Youth Lead
Emma, will lead our work on empowering young people to shape their Scouting across West Lancs.
You can learn more about Emma and her Scouting journey here: Welcoming our new Youth Lead (Commissioner), Emma Aggrey
Chris Lomas – Programme Team Leader (International & Adventure)
Chris will lead our work on our ambitious overseas and international programme as well as our adventurous activity teams.
Kerry Harrison – Programme Team Leader (Sections)
Kerry will lead the team responsible for supporting and delivering exciting programmes in each of our sections.
Cath Lee – Volunteer Development Team Leader
Cath will be responsible for our welcome and induction processes, learning, awards and recognition and inclusion.
Andrew Hobson – Support Team Leader (External)
Andrew will lead our work on growth, external relations, marketing and communications, grants and fundraising.
Dean Hogarth – Support Team Leader (Internal)
Dean will have responsibility for asset management, digital and IT support, presentations, administration and event support.
Ian Lonsdale – Support Team Leader (Waddecar Scout Activity Centre)
Ian will have responsibility for supporting our different teams at Waddecar Scout Activity Centre, including the Crew, Voluntary Wardens, Activity Instructions and the Little Gem Museum – The Story of Scouting & Guiding team.