As RHS President, Keith plays an active role in the governance of the RHS and is the Chairman of the Horticulture Board. He is also an ex-officio member of the Audit and Risk Committee, Council KIPs Group, Commercial Board, Investments Committee, Nominations, Appointments and Governance Committee and the People and Remuneration Committee.
Keith has gained broad experience in leading businesses in the public and charitable sectors as Chair, CEO and Director. He has experience in the key areas of developing and implementing strategy, supporting and guiding the CEO, fundraising and business delivery to fund charitable initiatives.
Keith is a regular visitor to the RHS Gardens and Shows and has a particular interest in the outreach of the Society to communities, its education programme and the positive impact gardening has on people’s physical and mental health.