Rebecca Cox appointed Interim Chief Executive of Swim England

Swim England is pleased to announce the appointment of Rebecca Cox as Interim Chief Executive, following an internal recruitment process. 

Rebecca, currently Business Engagement Director at Swim England and Managing Director of the Institute of Swimming, brings significant experience and expertise to the role having spent almost 15 years working across the Swim England family. 

Her deep understanding of the organisation, its members and the wider aquatics community has been particularly valuable over the past three months while serving as Acting Chief Executive. Through this period, she has provided strong leadership and continuity, working closely with colleagues, volunteers and stakeholders across aquatics to maintain momentum behind the delivery of Swim England’s strategic priorities and transformation programme. 

Swim England Chair Richard Hookway said: 

“I am delighted that Rebecca has accepted the role of Interim Chief Executive. 

“She has done an outstanding job leading the organisation as Acting Chief Executive and has demonstrated the leadership, commitment and strategic focus needed to continue driving Swim England forward. 

“Rebecca is a highly respected figure across the industry, with more than 30 years of experience. Her knowledge of our organisation, our people and our stakeholders will be invaluable as we continue the important work already underway.” 

Speaking about her appointment, Rebecca Cox said: 

“I am proud to be taking on the role of Interim Chief Executive at such an important time for Swim England. 

“The last few months have reinforced my belief in the strength and passion of our people and the wider aquatics community.  

“Our ambitions remain high and our commitment to delivering our One Swim England strategy and transformation programme is unwavering.  

“Progress has been made, and there is much to be proud of as we continue to build a modern, sustainable and inclusive organisation that supports everyone involved in our community. 

“However, there is still plenty to do and achieve, and I look forward to working with colleagues, volunteers and stakeholders as we take on the next stage of that journey together.” 

Rebecca assumes the role as Interim Chief Executive with immediate effect. The Swim England Board will shortly begin the recruitment process for a permanent Chief Executive.