We Not Me
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Episode 60 - Purpose, people and football
Show Notes
If you want to build a community asset that promotes teamwork, communication, and resilience, focus on the positives, have a vision, and stick to your values. These are some of the things actuary Richard Giles discovered when taking up the position of Chairman at his local football club, Ilkley Town AFC. Richard has a growth mindset and the courage to make changes when needed. He believes in promoting good examples and having flexibility in streaming players to achieve the best outcomes for each individual and the team.
Takeaways from Dan and Pia
- Tricky calls must be made when coaches don't live by the values and purpose of the club.
- Inclusivity and performance can be balanced with an "and" mindset.
- Richard has effectively engaged with people and got them to take ownership of the club.
- He’s driven by the purpose of promoting teamwork, communication, and resilience.
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Meet the guests
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Richard recently entered a new phase, building a portfolio of non-executive and voluntary Board Roles. His passions include sport, education and looking after the planet. Current roles include: - Member of the Trust Board for United Utilities and Chair of the Investment Committee
- Vice Chairman of the Board of the Scottish Teachers Pension Scheme
- Board member at Bambisanani, a partnership using sport to build bridges between students in the UK and South Africa
- Board member of BDAT, a multi academy trust in Bradford
- Director at Ilkley Town AFC Richard is experienced in market and client relationship roles as well as team leadership with full responsibility for financial and operational performance. He has a broad range of experience in the pension industry. Previous roles include:
- Managing Director of the Teachers' Pension Scheme
- Partner at PwC.
- Scheme Actuary at Mercer
- Executive role at TPT Retirement Solutions
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