Gary Whitehead - Chair of the Board of Trustees

Gary Whitehead is a business leader whose career has spanned commercial and industrial sectors. For the last 25 years Gary has gained extensive experience in troubleshooting and growing businesses in highly competitive markets.

He has held Director roles throughout Europe, Asia and Australia for companies including Suez, Visy Industries, Transpacific Industries, Newcastle College Group, DCWM Group and has also enjoyed senior positions with trade advocacy groups, liaising with Governments at Ministerial level.

Gary is alumni of Teesside University and Durham University. His MBA focused on Strategic Development and this remains as his strong professional interest, helping organisations ensure that they are sustainable, competitive and relevant to their customers and markets.