Nigel Fletcher has been appointed as the new CEO of the Motability Foundation and becomes the first disabled person to lead the charity in its 47 year history.
Nigel brings with him 25 years of experience from across the private sector along with eight years as a trustee for two charities and his own lived experience of disability.
He said: “I’m excited to be joining the Motability Foundation and being part of such a passionate and committed team.
“I have a lived experience of disability as I’ve lived with a serious visual impairment since birth which restricts my ability to travel.
“It is vital for disabled people to be able to access transport so they can make the journeys they choose, and I’m looking forward to using the full range of my experience to help the Motability Foundation deliver an even greater impact.”
Nigel succeeds former CEO Barry Le Grys, who is leaving after four and a half years in the role at the end of March 2024.
Charles Manby MBE, Chair of the Board of Governors of the Motability Foundation said: “We are delighted to appoint Nigel Fletcher as our new Chief Executive Officer.
“The Governors were very impressed with Nigel’s extensive experience from a number of senior roles, as well as his personal values and commitment to improving the lives of disabled people.
“I would also like to thank Barry Le Grys for his leadership and determination over the past four and a half years.
“Barry has been a tremendous leader of the Motability Foundation, showing empathy at all levels, developing people and creating a mutually supportive team spirit.
“He had led a number of new initiatives which are helping us to support more disabled people than ever.”
Talking about his disability, Nigel said: “My visual impairment impacts me in many ways but most notable is the impact on my mobility. However, I would also say that my disability is also my greatest asset as it’s helped me become a better person and a better leader.”
The Motability Foundation, which rebranded last year, uses the profits donated by Motability Operations to provide means-tested grants to thousands of disabled people who lease a vehicle through the Motability Scheme every year.
