New director appointed to BECBC board

Mel Kinsella has been appointed to the board of Britain’s Energy Coast Business Cluster (BECBC), based in Whitehaven, Cumbria, following a member vote at the organisation’s AGM.

Mel, chief executive of Kinsella HR Solutions, brings more than 25 years’ HR and business development experience and succeeds Peter Fleming, who stepped down earlier this year.

She said: “I’m absolutely thrilled to be joining the BECBC Board. 

“I’m passionate about creating spaces where collaboration and networking can truly thrive, and I’m keen to support members in unlocking new opportunities for growth and diversification, especially by drawing on the region’s strengths in the nuclear sector and its innovation potential.

“I’m also really looking forward to building strategic partnerships with public bodies, educators, and other business networks to open up even more possibilities for our members. 

“Most of all, I want to help amplify the voice of the brilliant members who make up BECBC, making sure we’re heard and represented where it matters most.”

The announcement came as BECBC celebrated key milestones and looked ahead to the next phase of its three-year strategy.

Dianne Richardson, chief executive of BECBC, added: “We’re absolutely delighted to welcome Mel Kinsella to the BECBC board.

“Her experience heading up both a microbusiness and a Community Interest Company, along with her enthusiasm for supporting fellow business owners and building communities, means she will bring huge value to the team.”

Paul Pointon, chair of BECBC, added: “Mel’s energy, strategic thinking, and genuine commitment to the region will be a real asset to the board. 

“We’re excited to work with her to continue driving forward BECBC’s mission.”

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