The official charity of Tayside Children’s Hospital has a new boss.
The ARCHIE Foundation has appointed David Wood as its Chief Executive, following the departure of David Cunningham late last year.
David Wood (56) has worked in the charity sector since 2009, most recently as CEO of Community Resources Network Scotland (CRNS), a membership charity that supports community organisations across Scotland to reuse, repair and recycle.
Other third sector roles include The Burn Estate in Edzell, The Council for Voluntary Services Aberdeenshire and Aberdeenshire Voluntary Action. David, who used to live in Edzell and Laurencekirk, has also been chair of trustees for Homestart Kincardine.
David, who has four grown-up children, lives in Aberdeen and took up his post last week.
The ARCHIE Foundation is currently raising £2 million to help fund a twin theatre operating suite at Tayside Children’s Hospital.
Chairman of The ARCHIE Foundation, Joe Mackie, said: ‘David has a strong background working with charitable organisations and we’re very thrilled to announce him as our new Chief Executive.
‘He joins a dynamic and dedicated team at an exciting time as we press ahead with projects across Scotland and all the staff are looking forward to working with him and driving the charity forward.’
David said: ‘I’m delighted to be joining The ARCHIE Foundation and I’m already getting to know the team and understand the families and communities where ARCHIE is active across Scotland. Together we’ll ensure that the crucial work of the charity is maintained, supported and developed further.
‘Working in the charitable sector is hugely rewarding, and having responsibility for a well-respected organisation that makes the difference for sick children and families across Scotland is both an honour and a rare privilege.”
The Archie Foundation
The Archie Foundation are the official children`s charity for Tayside children`s hospital. We are near completion of our new Theatre Suite which 2 million was raised for this project.
