Fundraising Regulator appoints Ian Larkham as new Head of Finance and Registration

The Fundraising Regulator is pleased to announce it has appointed Ian Larkham as its new Head of Finance and Registration.

Prior to joining the Fundraising Regulator, Ian was the Director of Finance and Corporate Resources at Versus Arthritis. With more than 15 years of experience serving on Boards as a non-executive director and senior leader, he has held a breadth of roles across the sector. From national membership organisations such as Girlguiding; benevolence and livery charities including The Printing Charity; international non-governmental organisations such as Energy 4 Impact and small niche charities, including the Holocaust Educational Trust. Ian is also currently a governor at the Chichester College Group.

In his role at the Fundraising Regulator, Ian will be responsible for overseeing the regulator’s income through the levy and registrations schemes. This will include the ongoing implementation of the recently launched digital Fundraising Badge, and the engagement and registration of small charities.

Gerald Oppenheim, Chief Executive of the Fundraising Regulator, said: 

“We are delighted to welcome Ian Larkham to the Fundraising Regulator as our new Head of Finance and Registration. He brings impressive experience from across the sector, with a strong track record in financial leadership, strategic planning, and organisational development.

“Ian’s expertise will be invaluable as we continue to support the sector in upholding the highest standards in fundraising and we look forward to working with him as he plays a key role in guiding our financial strategy” 

Speaking about his appointment, Ian Larkham said: 

“It is an exciting time to join the Fundraising Regulator as Head of Finance and Registration. I look forward to building on existing successes and helping the Fundraising Regulator support and promote best practice in fundraising, promoting the benefits of registration.”