Ormiston Families

Pure Executive is delighted to be partnering with Ormiston Families, a distinguished and long-standing charity based in the East of England, in the search for their next Chief Executive Officer (CEO).

Established in 1981, Ormiston Families exists to support children, young people, and families experiencing hardship, trauma, or disadvantage. Their work is rooted in building emotional resilience, ensuring that every family they support can face the future with strength, hope, and dignity. In 2023/24, the charity directly supported over 5,100 families through the delivery of nearly 22,000 sessions of support, achieving this despite a 20% reduction in income.

Founded in memory of Fiona Ormiston Murray, who tragically passed away alongside her husband on their honeymoon, the charity was established to carry forward her legacy of compassion and care. Over four decades later, that vision continues to inform a wide range of impactful services designed to address complex social needs and strengthen communities across the region.

Context to the CEO appointment

Alan Myatt has led Ormiston Families as Chief Executive since 2018. Following his decision to step down, the Board of Trustees, led by Chair Gail Tolley, has appointed Pure Executive as their retained search partner, building on a long-standing relationship. 

As demand grows and the operating environment becomes increasingly complex, the organisation seeks a visionary, strategic, and values-driven Chief Executive Officer to lead them into the next chapter of growth and innovation. This is an opportunity to build on a proud legacy while steering the organisation toward a sustainable and scalable future, whereby they can expand their reach to support more families in need.