New CEO revealed by award-winning Harrogate charity that’s a ‘valued community resource’
An award-winning Harrogate charity has selected its new Chief Executive Officer – with a little bit of help from the Harrogate Advertiser.
Resurrected Bites, which stops good food from going to waste, runs pay-as-you-feel cafés, and offers low-cost community groceries, said it was delighted to announce the appointment of Jenny Harris as its new Chief Executive Officer.
Jenny will bring a wealth of experience from across the charity sector, having built a successful career spanning fundraising, leadership and strategic management.
Resurrected Bites founder and outgoing CEO Michelle Hayes welcomed Jenny to the organisation, praising her extensive sector experience and leadership credentials.
Michelle said: “Jenny has lots of experience in the charity sector initially as a fundraiser and more lately as a chief exec for a couple of charities and so she is a very safe pair of hands to be leaving Resurrected Bites in.
"Jenny saw the job advertised in the Harrogate Advertiser, so I am very grateful to the Advertiser for helping Resurrected Bites find its next CEO.”
Jenny joins Resurrected Bites at a significant stage in the charity's development.
Since its launch in 2018, the organisation has grown into a valued community resource, rescuing surplus food that would go to waste and transforming it into support for individuals and families across the Harrogate district and beyond.
Speaking about her appointment, Jenny Harris said: “I am thrilled to be joining Resurrected Bites and becoming part of an organisation that has made such a powerful impact on the local community.
"The charity has an excellent reputation, a dedicated team of staff and volunteers and a strong commitment to reducing food waste and helping those in need.
"I look forward to building on the fantastic work already achieved.”
Michelle has been working closely with Jenny during the transition period to ensure a smooth handover, providing continuity for staff, volunteers, partners and supporters.
Richard Hall, Chair of Trustees expressed his confidence that Jenny's leadership experience, commitment to the charitable sector and passion for community impact will help guide Resurrected Bites through its next phase of growth and service delivery.”
More information: www.resurrectedbites.co.uk