Hello and welcome to the Chelmsford and South Essex CII

I am deeply honoured to accept the position of President for The Institute of Chelmsford & South Essex for this year. Your Institute holds immense value for its members, and I urge each member to actively participate and share their thoughts with us. Your input is crucial in shaping how we can best serve you and maximise the benefits of your membership.

I am eagerly looking forward to continuing the progress achieved by Caroline Martin over the past 12 months, as well as by her predecessors. The Chelmsford & South Essex Institute is proud to have an outstanding council, offering numerous opportunities for members to engage and contribute to their personal and professional development. I am grateful for the unwavering support of our council, which greatly benefits from the wealth of experience within our membership. We have made wonderful progress on many fronts, and we will continue to grow, with a particular focus on increasing face-to-face engagement.

For this year, my nominated charity will be Little Havens. This is a continuation from last year, as they continue to provide support for Caroline’s nephew. I am delighted to be able to carry on raising funds for this much-needed and relied-upon specialist service, with an emphasis on 'Making Each Day Count.'