The CEO of Menphys will leave his role after six years at the award-winning charity.
Ian Caldwell has led Menphys – which supports children and young people with disabilities – since November 2018. He will leave in October.
The charity’s joint-Chairs Wyn Rees and Lisa Franklin praised the CEO’s dedication and commitment.
“Ian has been committed to our vision of creating a future full of equal choices and opportunities for children and young people with disabilities and their families,” he said. “He has worked very hard to help empower them to live as ordinary lives as possible.
“His leadership has enabled the charity to continue its vital work supporting thousands of local people, despite the many challenges faced during his time as CEO.
“Ian leaves with our appreciation and we wish him the best of luck in his new role.”
Ian moved into the charity sector after extensive experience in operations management within the private sector. His leadership career in the charity sector began soon after Menphys had its funding removed by Leicestershire County Council. The charity was faced with finding new ways of sourcing the funds needed to ensure its vital services could continue.
Ian led Menphys through the Pandemic, helping children and young people with disabilities – and their families – access support at a difficult time.
The charity has also received a number of honours during his time as CEO. Menphys received the Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service in 2021. It is the highest accolade a voluntary group can receive in the UK.
Ian said: “I have been lucky enough to lead a fantastic team in the staff and volunteers that make Menphys what it is.
“Throughout my time here, the children, young people and families we support have been my motivation.
“This charity does wonderful work for wonderful people who aren’t always given the opportunities they deserve.
“I know it will continue towards its vision and have a positive impact upon thousands of local people as it does.”
Ian will begin his new role as CEO of Leicestershire Education Business Company (LEBC) in October.
The Menphys Board has now begun the recruitment process for a new CEO.
