BAFTA CEO Amanda Berry to Lead Prince William’s Charitable Foundation – The Hollywood Reporter

BAFTA CEO Amanda Berry is about to lead the charitable basis of Prince William and Kate Middleton when she steps down from the British Academy.

BAFTA chair Krishnendu Majumbdar unveiled the information in a letter to members on Thursday, saying that Berry — who now steps down in June reasonably than the autumn, as she first revealed in December — had been provided a “fantastic opportunity” to change into CEO of The Royal Foundation, the first philanthropic and charitable automobile for The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge. He added that it was a transfer that got here with the “full support and blessing” of the BAFTA board.

No substitute for Berry — who leaves after a 23-year stint as BAFTA CEO — has but been introduced, though Majumdar stated a recruitment course of was already underway, including that Kevin Price, BAFTA’s chief working officer, who additionally introduced his plans to depart, had agreed to prolong his time at BAFTA to be interim CEO from June till a brand new CEO was in place.

“Throughout her 23-year tenure as BAFTA’s CEO, Amanda’s dedication, creativity and skilled leadership have enabled BAFTA to evolve and grow into a world-leading arts organization whilst ensuring its charitable purpose has remained at its heart,” stated Majumdar. “As such I cannot imagine a more fitting organization to benefit from her influence and commitment than The Royal Foundation and I wish her every success in leading the organization and its philanthropic work.”

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