Samantha Ward Obe

Samantha Ward OBE is a seasoned professional in the fields of coaching and voluntary services, currently serving as the Business Owner at SJW Coaching since July 2025. With extensive experience at the Royal Voluntary Service since November 2000, Samantha has held various leadership roles, including Deputy CEO and Chief of Services and Volunteering, where responsibilities encompass the strategic direction and operational delivery of services across the UK. Samantha's academic credentials include an MA in Community Practice and a Post Graduate Certificate in Community Practice from the University of Staffordshire, a BA (Hons) in Business Studies from the University of Lancashire, and multiple coaching and safeguarding diplomas from Illumina Coaching Institute and One Education.