Debbie Atherton
Executive Director (Governance, People and Communications)
Responsibilities
Debbie's responsibilities cover governance, human resources and organisational development, legal, marketing, and communications.
Background and experience
Debbie has worked in finance and governance within the housing sector for over 30 years and has lived in social housing as a child. Debbie joined the Group in 2001 and has detailed knowledge of finance and governance in the social housing sector.
Skills
Debbie is an ACCA-qualified accountant and has served as a non-executive director and chair for seven years on another registered provider's Board.
Debbie is passionate about Progress and is keen to ensure the organisation continuously improves and maintains the highest governance standards.
Personal interests
Debbie enjoys walking the dogs, travelling and spending time with her family.