September 2006

New Chief Executive Appointed at The Vegetarian Society

The Vegetarian Society is delighted to announce the appointment of Dr Annette Pinner as Chief Executive. Annette, from Hale, takes over the role following the recent retirement of Tina Fox who led the Society for 11 years.

Annette comes to The Vegetarian Society – one of the few national charities based outside of London - from The Environment Agency. There, she was Area Manager for Greater Manchester, Merseyside and Cheshire for seven years.

The mother-of-two brings many valuable skills and qualities to the charity including a strong scientific background and commitment to sustainable living. As part of her role as CEO of The Vegetarian Society, Annette will be at the helm of one of the UK’s oldest educational charities, supporting the needs and interests of the UK’s three million vegetarians.

Furthermore, Annette will manage a 25-strong team of staff based at The Vegetarian Society headquarters, Parkdale, in Altrincham, Cheshire. Her position will also see her as the key representative of the Society’s 14,000 members and teams of volunteer local groups.

Speaking following her appointment, Annette said: “I am looking forward to further developing the many accomplishments of the Society. As a national charity based in Altrincham, I also look forward to continuing the Society’s close links with the Cheshire and Greater Manchester communities.”

Notes for editors

• Please contact Collette Walsh for further information, interviews and photography. The Vegetarian Society Press Office: 0161 925 2012. Email: collette@vegsoc.org

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