Governance, Accountability and Strategic Oversight

Groundwork North Wales was established in 1991 and serves communities across North Wales from our head office in Wrexham.

As a registered charity, we are governed by an independent Board of Trustees that provides strategic oversight, accountability, and long-term direction.

Strong governance underpins everything we deliver.

Our Governance Role

Trustees work closely with the executive team while maintaining independent oversight.

The Board of Trustees is responsible for:

  • Setting strategic direction
  • Ensuring financial sustainability
  • Monitoring organisational performance
  • Upholding legal and regulatory compliance
  • Safeguarding the charity’s mission and values

For partners, funders, and commissioners, this ensures structured governance and responsible decision-making.

Representative and Cross-Sector Leadership

Our Board reflects the communities and sectors we work with.

It includes representatives from:

  • Local authorities
  • The public sector
  • The private sector
  • The voluntary and community sector

This cross-sector representation strengthens:

  • Strategic alignment
  • Regional understanding
  • Collaborative working
  • Balanced oversight

It also ensures that decisions are informed by diverse professional experience across North Wales.

Members of the Board of Trustees

Nicola Said

Nicola is a trustee for Groundwork North Wales and works for VisitEngland as Regional lead for the North West and West Midlands. Read more

Rod Taylor

Rod is a trustee for Groundwork North Wales and has a long and extensive career in Public Service. Read more

Stanley Moore

Stanley is a trustee for Groundwork North Wales and is responsible for sustainability issues. Read more

Sarah Overson

Sarah is a trustee for Groundwork North Wales and previously worked as a Senior Manager at Toyota's Deeside engine plant. Read more

Nick Ringrose

Nick is a trustee for Groundwork North Wales and has a passion for nature and the environment. Read more

Carl Stephens

Having worked with Groundwork North Wales for a number of years now, I was keen to give back to the organisation in whatever capacity I could. Read more