Martin Houghton-Brown

Martin Houghton-Brown serves as Secretary General of The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award Foundation since February 2024, facilitating global non-formal education for youth development. Previously, Martin was Chief Executive Officer of St John Ambulance from January 2018 to January 2024, overseeing a large network of volunteers and medical services. Martin also held the position of Chief Executive at Depaul UK from October 2012 to December 2017, where substantial growth in income and accommodation for young people was achieved. Earlier roles include Chief Executive of Missing People, Deputy Director at The Children's Society, and Deputy Director of the Yorkshire and Humber Forum. Martin's educational background includes a Future Vision Programme in Public Leadership from the University of Birmingham and a PG Dip in Voluntary Sector Management from Bayes Business School.