Hazel Bedford

Hazel Bedford is a seasoned transformational leader with over 20 years of experience in Income Generation, Fundraising, Marketing, and Charity Retail. Currently serving as Chief Executive Officer at Sebastian's Action Trust since May 2023, Hazel has previously held significant roles including Director of Income Generation and Deputy CEO at Helen & Douglas House, where critical responsibilities included strategic thinking, relationship management, and transformative change. Prior positions encompass various fundraising and marketing roles at organizations such as Thames Valley Air Ambulance, Cancer Research UK, and several key account management positions in the marketing and communications sector. Educational qualifications include an MA in Politics from the University of Exeter and a Post Graduate Diploma in Marketing from the Chartered Institute of Marketing.