GamCare has boosted its leadership team after naming Alexa Roseblade as its new Chief of Staff.
In this role, Roseblade will work across the gambling support charity to deliver its priorities and mission, overseeing its annual governance programme and operational delivery, processes and ways of working.
She will also help to develop strong relationships and partnerships to support those affected by gambling harm.
Previously, Roseblade spent four years managing GamCare’s Children and Young People’s Team, which includes its dedicated Young People’s Service and the Young People’s Gambling Harm Prevention Programme.
Commenting on her new role, Roseblade said: “In my four years at GamCare, I have seen the vital work our dedicated staff deliver for those who need our support. Not just through our Helpline and Treatment services, but our many impactful prevention and education programmes.
“I’m looking forward to working closely with GamCare’s staff and Board to support the charity as we enter a new chapter for gambling support services in the UK.”
Since April 2020 under Roseblade’s leadership, the Young People’s Gambling Harm Prevention Programme has delivered workshops to 133,000 young people and 28,000 professionals.
The programme works in close partnership with regional support providers, offering high-quality support services, participation and digital information.
Before joining GamCare, Roseblade worked at Cancer Research UK in various positions, including supporting the charity’s international operations, strategy and philanthropic arm.
“I am delighted to welcome Alexa as our new Chief of Staff, following on from her important work in our Children and Young People’s services and helping develop GamCare into the charity it is today,” stated Margot Daly, Executive Chair at GamCare.
“I look forward to Alexa’s expertise in supporting GamCare’s Board – and our leadership team – to continue delivering towards our mission of reducing gambling harms in the UK.”
GamCare’s appointment of Roseblade as Chief of Staff follows the recent announcement of Tim Hodgetts as the charity’s new Director of Clinical Operators, effective from August 2024.