Meet Your Chancellor

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Meet Your Chancellor

In November 2023, the University of Sunderland welcomed their new Chancellor as Leanne Cahill was installed into the role, replacing the outgoing Emeli Sande MBE.

Your SU will be hosting Leanne in Your SU @ CitySpace from 10:15am on Friday 22nd March. You are all invited to join us for a chance to find out more about your new Chancellor as she answers your questions.

Who is your new Chancellor?
Leanne Cahill, CEO of retail company Bravissimo and Sunderland graduate, was appointed as the University’s Chancellor in November 2023. Born and raised in Sunderland, Leanne began her career on the shopfloor as a Marks & Spencer management trainee before specialising in finance. She has since held a wide range of roles at Legal & General, Walgreens Boots Alliance and Travelex. Leanne joined Bravissimo in October 2017 as finance director. She was promoted to managing director in September 2018, becoming chief executive officer in December 2020. In 2023 she was awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Business Administration from the University of Sunderland. 

SUBMIT A QUESTION FOR LEANNE CAHILL

Students: Book your ticket to let us know you're coming along.

Staff: No need to book a ticket - but you are more than welcome to join!

Venue/Timing

Venue : Your SU @ CitySpace

Type: Social Event

Start Date: Friday 22-03-2024 - 10:15

End date: Friday 22-03-2024 - 11:15

Contact Details

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