Hearts Together Welcomes New CEO Plymouth-based charity Hearts Together is delighted to announce the appointment of Angela Gatcum as its new Chief Executive Officer. Angela joins the organisation following more than 25 years’ experience in leadership and operational management within the health and social care sector. Most recently serving as Head of Support and Deputy CEO at Havencare Homes and Support Limited, Angela has dedicated her career to improving the lives of others through compassionate, person-led services. Over more than two decades, she has progressed through multiple senior roles including Deputy Manager, Registered Manager, Area Manager, Operations Manager, and Director of Support. In her most recent position, Angela oversaw operations with an £8.5 million annual support contract budget, driving growth across the South West, ensuring regulatory compliance, and consistently exceeding performance targets. She is also a champion of Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) and trauma-informed practice, helping to create high-quality, inclusive environments for people accessing care and support. Angela’s leadership has been characterised by a deep commitment to collaboration, community engagement, and continuous improvement. Alongside her professional achievements, she brings a wealth of experience in business development, strategic planning, and stakeholder engagement — skills that will be invaluable as Hearts Together continues to grow and evolve. Speaking about her appointment, Nigel Roy, Chair of Trustees at Hearts Together, said: We are thrilled to welcome Angela to Hearts Together. Her extensive experience in leading complex services, combined with her empathy, professionalism, and vision for inclusive care, make her an exceptional fit for our organisation. Angela joins us at a very exciting time, as we prepare to celebrate our 25th anniversary next year and build on the strong foundations laid by our dedicated team. He also extended heartfelt thanks to Michelle Clark, who stepped up into the Interim CEO role, guiding the charity through 2025: Michelle has been instrumental in ensuring the continued stability and success of Hearts Together during this period of transition. Her dedication and leadership have helped position us strongly for the next chapter of our journey. She has also worked tirelessly to create a clear and inspiring roadmap for our 25th anniversary year, setting out a vision that will guide and energise our celebrations and future growth. Commenting on her new role, Angela Gatcum said: I’m honoured to be joining Hearts Together, an organisation whose values and mission align so closely with my own. I look forward to working with the Board, the team, and our many partners and supporters to continue providing vital support for patients, families, and carers and to help shape an even brighter future for the charity as it enters its next milestone year. Manage Cookie Preferences