Mayhew chief to step down in March
Following this news the Board of Mayhew has appointed Elvira Meucci-Lyons to be its new chief executive
Animal welfare and veterinary charity Mayhew has announced that chief executive Sherine Wheeler will leave the charity at the end of March 2024 after nearly two years in the role.
In that time, Wheeler has steered the charity through a period of positive change, developed a strong, credible and collaborative voice for Mayhew across the animal welfare sector and re-engaged a wide range of supporters and the community.
Her leadership has been instrumental in ensuring Mayhew rose to meet soaring demand for its services, both in the UK and overseas in Afghanistan and Georgia.
Following this news the Board of Mayhew has appointed Elvira Meucci-Lyons to be its new chief executive.
Meucci-Lyons joins Mayhew from Butterfly Conservation where she is currently director of Income, Marketing & Communications.
Prior to that she led fundraising and communications teams at CPRE the Countryside Charity, Refuge and Shelter.
Julianne Hicks, chair of Mayhew’s Board of Trustees, said: “I’m thankful to Sherine for her service to Mayhew and for her extraordinary leadership during a tough time in the sector. In the prevailing economic conditions, Mayhew, like many charities, has experienced a challenging financial and operational situation.
“I’m grateful for Sherine’s steadfast, warm and tenacious leadership. She has been ambitious for Mayhew and worked very hard to achieve our current position. I, and the whole of Mayhew, wish Sherine well in her next leadership role and look forward to her continued friendship and support of Mayhew’s incredibly important work as we head towards Mayhew’s 140th anniversary year.”
Wheeler added: “I have loved leading Mayhew and working with our talented staff, incredible volunteers, and wonderful Board of Trustees. Every day has presented a new opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of dogs, cats and pet owners who increasingly rely on Mayhew and its unique range of services – a real privilege.
“I’m so proud of all we’ve achieved together – Mayhew is an extraordinary charity, building a better life for dogs, cats and communities through the warmth, creativity and dedication of our talented teams. I’m grateful for the commitment and support of an incredible Senior Management Team and I wish Elvira, the Board and all in the wider Mayhew family every success.”
