Gillian Charlesworth has taken up the role of CEO at BRE Group, the
world’s leading building science centre.
Gillian brings with her extensive experience as a transformative
leader, in both the UK and internationally, and is highly respected in her
field.
As BRE Group’s Chief Executive, Gillian will be responsible for the
organisation’s strategy and performance, working closely with BRE Trustees and
the Group Board to define long-term goals. She is committed to driving
inclusivity and diversity in the workplace and believes in creating the right
environments to foster excellence.
Gillian comments: “I’m passionate about the importance and potential
of the built environment to enhance sustainable, vibrant and productive life on
the planet.
"As I take on this exciting role, the
thought at the front of my mind is that the world we’re operating in is full of
challenge and opportunity and our success will depend on adapting to the
revolutionary changes taking place in the digital and data-driven 21st
century.”
Before joining BRE Group, Gillian was an Executive Director at RICS,
where she held a number of roles covering assurance and enforcement of
standards, global brand growth and thought leadership. In her earlier career
Gillian worked in the UK Civil Service and with a number of professions and
industries as a regulator and advocate.
