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GatenbySanderson Seacole NHS NED role report dr melanie west

6 November 2024

Report: Understanding Representation and Retention in NHS NED Roles

In partnership with The Seacole Group, Dr Melanie West conducted a comprehensive survey to capture both quantitative and qualitative data. The goal was to validate anecdotal insights by exploring the real experiences, perspectives, and challenges that Ethnic Minority NEDs encounter.

This GatenbySanderson health sector report highlights critical findings and proposes actionable steps to support meaningful retention and enhance representation in these roles.

Download your free copy and join us in fostering greater inclusivity and sustainability in NHS leadership.

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Dr. Melanie West is a health and life sciences specialist and is currently a senior executive leadership consultant (Health Sector) at GatenbySanderson.

 

Inside the report:
➡  Research and critical findings.
➡  Actionable steps to support meaningful retention and enhance representation.

 

Download: Understanding Representation and Retention in NHS NED Roles.

GatenbySanderson Seacole NHS NED role report dr melanie west“I am pleased to share the results of a research project undertaken that sheds light on representation and retention challenges faced by Ethnic Minority Non-Executive Directors (NEDs) within the NHS.”
– Dr Melanie West


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GatenbySanderson is the number one provider of services to recruit senior executive and board members across the health sector, including NHS providers, ICBs and Arm’s Length Bodies, due to our depth of understanding of the NHS, our candidate care, and our networks. We are increasingly supporting organisations to develop their boards and senior teams.

Melanie West who authored the report is available to discuss how she can support you: melanie.west@gatenbysanderson.com

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