An arts charity is set to welcome a new chief executive.
Lisa Gagliani, who has been at the helm of Independent Arts since 2019, will depart at the end of September to assume the same role at The Blue Lamp Trust.
Independent Arts, which uses the arts to improve wellbeing on the Isle of Wight, has appointed Rosanna Sloan as Lisa's successor.
Lisa said: "I’ve enjoyed every minute of my time, almost five years, at Independent Arts – the team, the volunteers and the arts practitioners are all exceptionally creative, wonderful, and kind people.
"I wish Rosie and the team at Independent Arts all the best for the future."
Rosanna has been familiarising herself with the charity's initiatives, which include youth work, mental health support, and creative sessions at their Newport hub.
She said: "It's a privilege to join such an inspiring team and organisation."
Jacquie Heany, chair of trustees, said: "Lisa has been a fantastic CEO, significantly raising the profile and extending the reach of Independent Arts during her five-year tenure.
"In appointing Rosie Sloan as our new CEO, the board are confident that we have found an exceptional person to carry on the fantastic work of Independent Arts."
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