Diana Tickell has been named as the new chair of the Exodus Travels Foundation.
- Tickell replaces Sam Seward, who served as interim chair for 18 months.
- The foundation, a not-for-profit, supports global social impact and conservation projects.
- Tickell brings experience from NABS and Barnardo’s and a history in travel.
- Her role will focus on fundraising, brand development, and strategic engagement.
Diana Tickell has been appointed as the new chair of the Exodus Travels Foundation, marking a significant leadership change within the organisation. Her extensive background in both the charity sector and the travel industry is expected to be instrumental in driving the foundation’s mission forward.
Tickell steps into her new role following the interim chairmanship of Sam Seward, the managing director of the tour operator, who has guided the foundation’s efforts in supporting adventure tour-related charitable initiatives for the past 18 months. Prior leadership was under Pete Burrell, who set foundational strategies to support community-based projects.
The foundation, operational since 2019, is an independent charity aimed at extending the positive impact of travel on global communities through projects focused on people, places, and planet. It’s designed to foster long-term changes via conservation and social development efforts across the globe.
Tickell’s appointment brings a wealth of experience from her seven-year tenure as chief executive at NABS, an industry wellbeing charity, and 13 years at Barnardo’s. Additionally, her career roots in the early 1990s in the travel industry add further depth to her role. Her efforts in Sierra Leone on a community programme highlight her commitment to social impact.
Exodus Adventure Travels’ sustainability lead, Rochelle Turner, expressed high expectations for Tickell’s leadership, quoting, “I am delighted to have Diana join the Foundation and look forward to seeing her spearhead its growth.” The expectation is that Tickell will leverage her experience in fundraising and strategy to further the foundation’s success in promoting conservation and community regeneration.
A crucial part of her new responsibilities will include enhancing the foundation’s brand identity and raising funds to support its initiatives. Her strategic vision is anticipated to broaden awareness and participation in the foundation’s transformative projects.
Diana Tickell’s appointment as chair signals a promising new chapter for the Exodus Travels Foundation’s global initiatives.
