Shine Lincolnshire is delighted to announce the appointment of Damon Parkinson as Deputy Chief Executive Officer, marking an exciting new chapter in the organisation’s continued growth and development.
Following a period of significant growth, Shine Lincolnshire has created the new Deputy CEO role to strengthen its executive team and support Chief Executive Officer, Rachel Cook, as the organisation continues to deliver on its strategic ambitions.
Shine remains firmly committed to supporting the people and communities of Lincolnshire, working collaboratively with partners and stakeholders to improve wellbeing, strengthen communities and create positive, lasting change.
Damon joined Shine Lincolnshire in November 2024 and has since played an important role within the organisation’s management team. Bringing a wealth of experience, knowledge and expertise, Damon has contributed to Shine’s ongoing development and the delivery of its organisational priorities.
In his new role, Damon will work closely with Rachel and the wider team to build on Shine’s achievements, strengthen partnerships and ensure the organisation remains well positioned to respond to the evolving needs of the communities it serves.
Rachel Cook, CEO of Shine Lincolnshire, said:
“I am absolutely delighted to announce Damon’s appointment as our Deputy CEO. Shine has experienced an exciting period of growth, and the creation of this role reflects both how far we have come as an organisation and our ambitions for the future.
Since joining Shine, Damon has made a valuable contribution to our leadership team, bringing a wealth of knowledge, experience and a genuine commitment to our values and the communities we support.
This appointment will further strengthen our leadership capacity, enabling us to build on our successes, develop our partnerships and continue delivering meaningful impact across Lincolnshire. I am really looking forward to working alongside Damon in his new role as we take Shine into its next chapter.”
Dr Adrian Tams, Chair of Trustees at Shine Lincolnshire, added:
“On behalf of the Board of Trustees, I am delighted to congratulate Damon on his appointment as Deputy CEO.
The growth of Shine Lincolnshire is a testament to the dedication, commitment and hard work of the entire team, and the creation of this new role represents an important step in the organisation’s continued development.
As Trustees, we recognise the importance of strong and effective leadership in ensuring Shine remains sustainable, ambitious and focused on delivering positive outcomes for the people and communities of Lincolnshire.
We have every confidence that Damon, working alongside Rachel and the wider team, will play a key role in shaping Shine’s future, strengthening our partnerships and ensuring the organisation continues to make a meaningful difference to the communities we serve.”
Damon’s appointment reflects Shine Lincolnshire’s commitment to building a strong, sustainable organisation, with the leadership and expertise needed to deliver its strategic goals.
We look forward to continuing our work with partners, stakeholders and communities across Lincolnshire as we build on this exciting next stage of Shine’s journey.
