Nash takes top spot at Raleigh Bermuda

Youth development organization Raleigh International Bermuda has announced the appointment of new executive director Tina Nash.

Nash has worked in both the Government and Private School systems, and with non-profit organizations including Round Square International, The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award and Bermuda Sloop Foundation.

She replaces Kritstin White, who left the charity earlier this year.

Passionate of the outdoors, Nash has been backpacking from the age of14 years old. She began her career as a physical education teacher and has developed outdoor education programmes at the schools that she has worked at. She has lead expeditions/service projects to the Bahamas, Guyana, India, Jamaica, Peru, Thailand, the Appalachians (U.S.A.) and the Rockies (Canada).

She said: “I am very excited about joining Raleigh Bermuda. I would like to thank the Board for giving me the opportunity to continue to work with our incredible Young People and our community. By challenging our youth to participate and engage in meaningful, supportive and life-changing activities, we empower them to continue their personal path to become confident, capable, contributing and compassionate members of our community. Raleigh is a globally recognised youth and sustainable development programme and I am delighted to be a part of it.”

Kristin White said, “Tina has an extensive background in many key areas, so I am thrilled we were able to attract someone so skilled and passionate to carry forward what Michael Spurling started in 2004, and what has been my life’s work for the past 7 years.”

“Those years have been a marvel for me. The strength and courage I have seen from our participants has been my teacher and my fire. I am ever-thankful for the experiences afforded me on this journey and I will be watching and supporting along with all of Bermuda to see what exciting things come next for Raleigh Bermuda.”

Tasha Jones, Board Chair, added, “Raleigh thanks Kristin White for her seven years of dedication to the Youth of Bermuda and to the development of Raleigh Bermuda’s programme. Her stellar service, tireless energy, amazing creativity and sheer awesomeness have brought Raleigh Bermuda to where we are today. We wish Kristin the best with all that she does and will strive to continue her legacy of nurturing and supporting the Young People of Bermuda.”