Black Country Chamber chief executive stands down after ‘fantastic’ four years
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The CEO of the Black Country Chamber of Commerce is standing down from the role ahead of a move to the United States, she has announced.
Sarah Moorhouse, who has led the organisation for four years and was recently named as Business Person of the Year in the Express & Star Business Awards, is leaving later this year to pursue new opportunities in America.
She described the decision as ‘difficult’ and said she had only taken the step after a period of ‘considerable reflection’.
The formal process to find her replacement will start shortly and she will remain in post until October to help ensure a smooth transition to the new chief executive.
Sarah said: “It has been a fantastic four years for the Black Country Chamber of Commerce and for me personally, representing the amazing businesses that make this region ‘bostin’.
“However, after considerable reflection, I have made the difficult decision to resign
from my position as CEO. My own personal journey is taking me to the United States, where a new opportunity has presented itself and one my husband and I felt was too good to turn down.
“While there is never a perfect time to leave a role you care deeply about, I feel it is important to step away whilst the Chamber is thriving and positioned for success.
“The progress we have made, the culture we have built, and the strategic partnerships we have forged gives me great confidence in its future and the impact we can have on the Black Country.”
Sarah said highlights of the past four years included signing a strategic deal with Heathrow Airport to create £100m of business for local firms, bringing more than £2bn of new opportunities to Dudley, Sandwell, Walsall and Wolverhampton and building one of the UK’s most progressive Chambers.
“We have also launched the iconic Bostin’ business campaign, designed to recognise some of the area’s best business and entrepreneurial talent and put us on the national and international map. This project alone has generated in excess of £1m of exposure for the Black Country.
“Importantly, we have also created a talented team that are bringing new ideas, enthusiasm and insight to their roles, not to mention an overwhelming commitment to support our members with everyday business issues, export advice and guidance on new legislation.
“It has been an honour to serve as the Black Country Chamber CEO, and I will remain committed to championing the unique strengths and characteristics of our region wherever the next stage of my career takes me.”
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