Ruth Heywood

Ruth Heywood is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in leadership roles within various organizations. Currently serving as the Deputy Chief Executive Officer at Onside Advocacy since May 2022, Ruth has previously held positions as Interim Deputy Chief Executive and Director of Wellbeing. In addition, Ruth is a Trustee at Worcestershire Cricket Foundation since September 2023 and was the Chief Executive Officer at Worcester Community Trust from April 2017 to May 2022. Ruth's career includes roles as Director of Business Development and Project Manager at Worcester Community Trust, Headstart Project Officer and Grant Writer at Community Action Council of Howard County, and Areas of Highest Need Project Manager at Malvern Hills District Council. Educational credentials include a degree from the University of Wales and attendance at Millfield School and Denmark Road High School for Girls.