Press release: Coin Street Announcement

Coin Street today announced the selection of Rebecca Sycamore as its new Chief Executive Officer who will succeed Iain Tuckett when he steps down later this year after a distinguished period of leadership during which Coin Street was established as a leading example of community-led development.

Rebecca will join Coin Street on 1 October with extensive leadership experience and a strong commitment to building thriving communities, creating social impact  and delivering organisational excellence. 

Rebecca has worked in senior leadership roles at Toynbee Hall and St Mungo’s among other purpose-driven organisations. Rebecca brings a wealth of expertise and a deep understanding of the opportunities and challenges facing community-focused organisations today. 

Coin Street has also announced that Helen Manley has been appointed to the role of Chief Operating Officer. Helen has made a significant contribution to Coin Street and brings extensive organisational knowledge, leadership experience and a strong commitment to our mission and values.

Coin Street has transformed London's South Bank through a unique model of community ownership and development, creating affordable housing, community facilities, public spaces and opportunities that ensure local people remain at the heart of the area's success.

Anne Biggs, Chair of Coin Street Community Builders, said:

"On behalf of the Board, I would like to thank Iain for the extraordinary contribution he has made to Coin Street over many years. His leadership has shaped not only our organisation but also the South Bank community and the wider movement for community-led regeneration.

We are delighted to appoint Rebecca as our new CEO. Rebecca brings a compelling combination of leadership experience, strategic vision and commitment to social purpose. The Board is confident that she will build on Coin Street's strong foundations and lead the organisation with energy, ambition and integrity into its next chapter.

Over many years, Iain has helped drive Coin Street's mission to create a thriving and inclusive neighbourhood while championing the principle that development should deliver lasting benefits for local communities.”

Iain Tuckett said:

"It has been a privilege to work with so many talented people to establish Coin Street and drive the improvement of the South Bank. Together, we have demonstrated what can be achieved when communities are empowered to shape the places where they live and work.

I am immensely proud of everything that colleagues, residents, partners and supporters have achieved over the years. Rebecca is a thoughtful and accomplished leader with significant experience and a strong track record of delivering positive social impact through collaboration, innovation and organisational leadership.”

Rebecca Sycamore said:

“I’m pleased to be joining Coin Street as Chief Executive. Throughout my career, I have worked in organisations with a strong social purpose, and I look forward to bringing that experience to Coin Street - an organisation with a powerful mission and commitment to community building. I want to acknowledge the contribution Iain has made in shaping the organisation we see today. 

Over my first few months, my priority will be to listen and learn. I’m looking forward to meeting the people who know Coin Street best and exploring how we can work together to create positive impact for the communities we serve.”

Rebecca will take up the role following a transition period and will lead Coin Street as it continues to invest in its neighbourhood, support local communities and deliver long-term social and economic impact across the South Bank.

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Notes to Editors

Coin Street is a social enterprise and development trust based in London's South Bank. Through community-led regeneration, affordable housing, commercial activity and community programmes, Coin Street works to make the South Bank a thriving place for people to live, work and visit.

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