Lincolnshire Chamber of Commerce announces new Chair of its Board of Directors

Lincolnshire Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce its new appointment of Craig Harris as the new Chair of its Board of Directors.

Craig, currently executive chairman and CEO of Total Vehicle Solutions will succeed incumbent Chair, Gary Headland as of 1^st September 2022.

Lincoln-Born, Craig brings an abundance of commercial experience having been involved in manufacturing business over the last 30 years and more recently supporting the set-up of a couple of local family-run businesses.

Commenting on his new appointment, Craig said: “I am delighted to have been appointed as the new Chair of Lincolnshire Chamber of Commerce and my first priority will be to get to know our people and learn more about our members, their concerns, and challenges so that I might better help the Board and Chamber Senior Management Team support them.

“Optimistic about business growth and the role the Chamber plays in advocating economic growth, locally, I hope to bring real life current experience of facing up to business challenges, including Brexit, Covid, Supply Chain, labour shortages and I hope that I can use my experience to help our local business community thrive by being a voice for them and tackling challenges head on.

“It is an honour to serve as chair of the Chamber of Commerce board of directors,” continued Craig, “Taking up this position is a great opportunity to really help businesses, great and small, find their potential and grow with one common goal – making Lincolnshire a thriving place to live and work.

Simon Beardsley, Chief Executive of Lincolnshire Chamber of Commerce said: “I am delighted to be welcoming Craig as the Chair of our Board of Directors.

“Craig has vast experience, across different sectors and shapes and size of businesses, so I am confident the experience he brings will really support and further guide the strategic direction of the Chamber and more importantly supporting our members and wider business community to grow and prosper.”

Craig Harris, executive chairman and CEO of Total Vehicle Solutions will succeed incumbent Chair, Gary Headland as of 1st September 2022.