A farewell message from our Chief Executive

As I prepare to step down from my role as Chief Executive of the Society for Endocrinology at the end of this year, I find myself reflecting on the journey we’ve shared over the past nine-and-a-half years.

It has been an honour and a privilege to lead this remarkable organisation and to work with such dedicated colleagues and passionate members, especially those who freely give their precious time to serve on our committees, to help advance such an important specialty.

During my tenure, we have navigated numerous challenges, including the unprecedented impact of the pandemic. We have weathered these storms, and our collective efforts have ensured that the Society is doing more than ever to support the field of endocrinology in meaningful ways. I am immensely proud of what we have achieved together. From advancing research and education to fostering a supportive community for our members, our accomplishments are a testament to the hard work and commitment of everyone involved. I am particularly grateful for the tireless support of the Society’s Officers and Council members whose dedication has been instrumental in driving positive change.

As I move on to the next chapter of my career, I am pleased to be handing over my responsibilities to Kate Sargent as the incoming Chief Executive. As many of you will know, Kate is a long-standing member of staff who has deep knowledge of, and incredible passion for, the Society and its work. The Society is therefore in excellent hands, and I am certain that Kate will bring fresh perspectives and continue to move the organisation forward, to provide effective and impactful support for the endocrinology community.

Thank you for the trust and support you have shown me over almost a decade; I look forward to seeing the Society for Endocrinology continue to flourish.

With heartfelt gratitude,

IAN RUSSELL

“On behalf of the Trustees and members, I wish to thank Ian for his unwavering commitment to the SfE Group and his strong leadership in navigating challenges over recent years. As a colleague, we all hold Ian in the highest regard and have enjoyed our time working with him. We wish him the very best for his next phase.” Ruth Andrew, General Secretary

 

An introduction from our new Chief Executive

I am honoured and excited to introduce myself as the next Chief Executive of the Society for Endocrinology and Managing Director of Bioscientifica.

Having dedicated 18 years to this incredible organisation, I am deeply committed to our mission, purpose and values. I am grateful for the confidence and trust placed in me, and look forward to leading our organisation from 2025. I am privileged to succeed Ian Russell, whose leadership over nearly ten years has been instrumental in our resilience, especially during the challenges of the pandemic and its aftermath.

As we move forward, my vision is for the SfE Group to operate as a cohesive, unified organisation, with rich synergies across our activities, delivering our two principal strategies: driving commercial activities to generate revenue, and utilising this revenue effectively to deliver our charitable objectives.

With over 20 years of experience in national-level charity governance and management, gained through both professional roles and volunteer positions, my career has been dedicated to charitable organisations. I will lead the SfE Group with passion and dedication, championing innovative strategies, nurturing our collaborative office team, driving transformation, and strengthening our communities. I am also committed to ensuring Bioscientifica’s profitability while staying true to our shared purpose and values. I believe in our organisation and will fight hard for its future, ensuring we excel at continuing to provide valued services to you, our members.

I would like to take this opportunity to acknowledge the hard work and dedication of our office team and our Society members. Your contributions are the backbone of our Society and, together, we will continue to make significant strides for the field of endocrinology and future generations of endocrinologists.

Finally, I extend my sincere thanks to Ruth Andrew and all our Trustees for the comprehensive and robust recruitment process they conducted, which required significant effort and time commitment on their part.

For those I have already crossed paths with during my tenure at the Society, thank you for your continued support and engagement. For those I do not yet know, I look forward to working closely with you all as we embark on this exciting journey together, and to seeing many of you at the SfE BES conference in Harrogate next spring.

KATE SARGENT

“We are delighted to welcome Kate Sargent as our new Chief Executive. Kate’s extensive experience, passion for and dedication to our Society make her the perfect leader for this next chapter. We very much look forward to developing our future together.” Ruth Andrew, General Secretary