An experienced leader David has worked in a wide range of high-profile executive and non-executive roles. He has a proven track record in change management, performance improvement, cost reduction, merger/de-merger, and partnership working across NHS and non-NHS organisations.

David’s list of previous non-executive appointments includes:

• Chair of Norfolk & Norwich University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, 2019 – 22
• Chair of East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust, 2018 – 19
• Chair of Colchester Hospital University NHS Trust, 2016-18

David’s executive appointments include:

• Chief Executive, Norfolk County Council, 2006-13
• Chief Executive, Thurrock County Council, 2002-06
• Chief Executive, Suffolk Health Authority, 1994-02

Living in south Norfolk, David enjoys walking in the local countryside, gardening and trying to keep fit.