Mary Marsh
Dame Mary Elizabeth Marsh | |
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| Born | August 17, 1946 |
| Occupation(s) | Educationalist, charity executive, non-executive director |
| Known for | Chief executive of NSPCC (2000–2008), founding leader of Clore Social Leadership Programme (2008–2015) |
| Notable work | Leadership roles at NSPCC and Clore Social Leadership Programme |
Dame Mary Elizabeth Marsh DBE FRSA (born 17 August 1946) holds a position as a non-executive director at HSBC Bank plc and participates as a member of the governing council at London Business School. She leads the board of trustees for the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH).
Early life
Born to George Donald Falconer and Lesley Mary Wilson, Marsh attended Birkenhead High School before obtaining a Bachelor of Science degree in Geography from the University of Nottingham. She further acquired a Diploma in Education from Hatfield Polytechnic and completed an MBA at London Business School.
Career
Marsh's professional journey began teaching geography at Luton Comprehensive School, followed by her role as deputy head at St Christopher School, Letchworth. She then advanced to head teacher at Queens' School, Hertfordshire, prior to her appointment at Holland Park School in 1995. Between 2000 and 2008, she served as chief executive of the National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children (NSPCC). Subsequently, from 2008 to 2015, she established and led the Clore Social Leadership Programme.
Honours
In recognition of her contributions to families and children, Marsh was honoured with the title Dame Commander of the Order of the British Empire (DBE) during the 2007 New Year Honours.
Personal life
Marsh, who is widowed, is a mother to four sons and lives in London.