The Chief Executive of the Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary has departed the charity after just 18 months in the role.
It was in February 2023 that Susan McCall joined the Wroxall-based attraction, bringing her wealth of experience to the Island alongside her 34 sheep, 3 horses, 2 dogs and a cat. But amid rumour of her going on ‘long term sick’, Ms McCall has now left the charity.
It has been confirmed that she resigned in September and officially left on 8th December. But it was on 1st August this year – before she resigned – that she became a director and person with significant control of Isle of Wight Rare Breeds CIC, a farm in Alverstone.
The Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary welcomes 120,000 visitors a year, employing 40 members of staff whilst supported by 80 volunteers.
Dawn Finney, Chair of Trustees at the sanctuary last year said:
“Susan will make a real difference to the sanctuary. She will consolidate on our success of the last few years and will make the most of new opportunities for the charity. Susan will bring a fresh energy to the team and they are all looking forward to working with her”.
In a statement to Island Echo, the Trustees have said:
“We are grateful for the contributions she made during her time with us and wish her all the best in her future endeavours.
Article continues below this advertisement “The well-being of our animals remains our top priority, and our team are fully committed to ensuring that they continue to receive the highest possible standards of care”.
Recruitment for a new CEO is underway, having begun at the tail end of October.
It certainly was advertised locally. So might want to get that fact correct.
As long as the donkey ‘s are happy warm and well fed