We’re thrilled to see Ruth Shaw OBE appointed to the Board of The Wimbledon Foundation, the official charity of The All England Lawn Tennis Club and The Championships, using the power of sport and the Wimbledon brand to drive positive change in local communities and beyond.

Ruth brings a unique blend of leadership experience across sport, culture, government, and the charity sector. Most recently Chief Executive of the Premier League Charitable Fund (2018–2025), Ruth previously led the Sports Grounds Safety Authority and held senior roles at the Foreign Office and Department for Culture Media and Sport, where she contributed to the success of the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Bid.

A Board member of Women in Football and the University of Nottingham Sport Advisory Group, and awarded an OBE for services to association football and gender equality in 2024 — Ruth’s expertise in strategy, governance, and inclusion will be a tremendous asset to The Wimbledon Foundation.

Congratulations, Ruth — an inspired appointment!