S 1 | Ep 2 – Tim Lockwood on the power of merger and partnerships in the charity sector

In this week’s episode, I was joined by Tim Lockwood, CEO of Headway Southampton and West Wessex - a charity that that offers support, advice and rehabilitation services to adults with an acquired brain injury from across Southampton City, New Forest, Winchester, Romsey & Eastleigh districts, parts of Fareham borough and recently supporting Salisbury and South East Wiltshire.

Discover the incredible journey of Tim Lockwood in our latest podcast episode! From his beginnings in retail, transitioning to police work, then moving into church ministry, and landing in the charity sector, Tim's career path is anything but ordinary.
He shares the pivotal moments from each stage of his career and how they have collectively shaped his unique leadership style.

Tune in to hear Tim’s passionate reasons for joining Headway Southampton and West Wessex, and how the pandemic spurred a transformation within the organisation.

Learn about the innovative digital services they’ve developed, and the heartwarming initiatives like meet and greet sites and walk and talk events designed to build friendships and a sense of purpose among their service users.

Discover how Headway has grown its team, engaged an active board of trustees, and involved service users in decision-making processes. Tim also highlights their remarkable success in securing funding, enhancing staff retention, and expanding their reach through strategic mergers and acquisitions.

You'll hear about their efforts to diversify income streams and build financial stability, ensuring they can continue their vital work.

As CEO, Tim Lockwood shares valuable insights on learning from mistakes and enjoying the journey, making this episode a must-listen for anyone interested in leadership, community building, and nonprofit success.

Don't miss out on this inspiring conversation!

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Quickfire Questions

04:40 Tim Lockwood's Career Journey

09:36 Transition to Fundraising Role at Pelican Cancer Foundation

14:39 Becoming CEO of Headway Southampton and West Wessex

17:56 Joining Headway Southampton and the Impact of the Pandemic

21:58 Empowering Service Users and Creating Purpose

23:20 Building a Strong Team and Involving Trustees

24:48 Diversifying Income Streams and Building Reserves

31:16 Expanding Reach through Mergers and Acquisitions

39:28 Learning from Mistakes and Enjoying the Journey