Pentathlon GB are delighted to announce the appointment of Emma Dowden as Chair of Pentathlon GB.
Emma is well known to the Pentathlon community having spent the last two and a half years as a Senior Independent Non-Executive Board Member for Pentathlon GB. As well as her board role she can often be found on the sidelines supporting the senior performance squads and also at a grassroots and participation level with her two children who are both keen Modern Pentathletes.
Emma will start in the role with immediate effect.
Outside of Pentathlon, Emma is the Chief Operating Officer for law firm Burges Salmon LLP.
Commenting on her appointment Emma Dowden said:
“I am delighted to have been appointed as Chair of the board. I look forward to working closely with Will Brown, Jamie Cooke and the PGB Board to build on the solid foundations set up by Diana during her time as Chair. I am totally committed to playing my part in ensuring our much loved and treasured sport builds on its successes and thrives in the future from the world class programme through to pathway and participation.”
Will Brown, Chief Executive added:
“Throughout the recruitment process Emma was the stand-out candidate, combining her Modern Pentathlon experience with a clear vision for the future and the challenges and opportunities ahead.
Everyone at Pentathlon GB would like to congratulate Emma on her appointment and we look forward to continuing to grow, develop and deliver success under her leadership.”
