In this series of thinkpieces, we introduce and explore the concept of a ‘Thriving Trust’. Our first thinkpiece began to define what it means to be a thriving trust through six principles drawn from the #BeingTheCEO framework. In this second thinkpiece, we hear from two highly credible, experienced former trust leaders – David Horn and Charlie Tebbutt, former CEO & COO of the Beckfoot Trust & Forum Strategy Associates – who explore the concept of thriving trusts and the six key principles in more detail, sharing their insight and experience of applying these in practice across a trust.
Moving from stark efficiencies to genuine resourcefulness. How could a white paper harness the potential of community-focused trusts in 2026 and beyond?
Michael Pain, Founder and Chair, Forum Strategy If we can be (almost) sure of one thing in 2026, it is that an education white paper is likely to be published early on in the new year. In a year where Bridget Phillipson will achieve what for so long has seemed an...

