Big C welcomes new Chief Executive

Big C is thrilled to announce the appointment of Karen Vincent as the new Chief Executive, starting in early December. Karen comes with a wealth of knowledge and experience from working in strategic roles across public and private sectors.

She has also supported the third sector both as a trustee and as an elected local councillor, where she served as Chair of Broadland District Council through the COVID-19 pandemic and more recently Chair of Norfolk County Council.

With her solid background in financial management and business planning, Karen will help Big C to build on its firm foundations and strengthen them to secure a more sustainable future.

“We are excited to welcome Karen to the Big C team,” said Professor Dylan Edwards, Chair of the Board of Trustees. “Having been a Trustee of Big C since 2021 and with the experience she has gained in the public, private and third sectors, Karen embodies the passion and commitment needed to further our mission to support local people affected by cancer in Norfolk and surrounding counties. We are confident that her vision and leadership will propel us to new heights.”

Karen Vincent said “It is a privilege to join Big C as its new Chief Executive and to work alongside such a dedicated team of staff and volunteers. Having lost loved ones and friends to cancer, this is a cause close to my heart and drives my passion to want to make a difference. I am sensitive to the issues faced by those affected by cancer, as well as the need for early diagnosis, effective treatment and the vital role of information, care and support. It is an honour to lead this wonderful charity forward into its 45th year.”