Chesterfield College Principal awarded OBE for services to further education
The Principal of Chesterfield College and Destination Chesterfield Board Member, Julie Richards has been awarded an OBE in the King’s Birthday Honours List 2024.
Julie Richards has served on the Destination Chesterfield board since she was appointed CEO and Principal of Chesterfield College in 2017.
Upon hearing the news of Julie’s recognition for her services to further education, Chair of the Chesterfield College Group Corporation, Beej Kaczmarczyk said: “This is a tremendous accolade for both Julie and the college, and an acknowledgement of her dedication and contribution to Further Education and our college.”
Reacting to her new title, Julie commented: “I am delighted to receive the OBE in recognition of the incredible impact the Further Education sector has for so many people across the UK, whilst very often it is the forgotten but vital element of our education system.
“First and foremost it is received on behalf of the incredible people I have the privilege to work with every day at Chesterfield College, who work tirelessly to inspire the future and change the lives for so many young people and adults in our community and who inspire me every day.”
Dom Stevens, Destination Chesterfield Manager said: “I’d like to personally wish Julie a huge congratulations on receiving this OBE. Since taking up the role as Principal and CEO of Chesterfield College, Julie’s insight into the education sector has played a key role in shaping the strategic promotion of Chesterfield as a member of the Destination Chesterfield board.
“Her passion and determination to support our town’s young people and provide them with rewarding careers is always evident, and it’s great to see her being recognised with such a prestigious honour.”
The Chesterfield College Group supports the marketing and economic growth of the town through Chesterfield Champions, a network of over 200 organisations across Chesterfield and North Derbyshire.
