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GVS celebrate legacy of CEO upon retirement

Friday, 13 March 2026 13:29

By Nathan Spackman

Glamorgan Voluntary Services (GVS) is celebrating the legacy of it Chief Executive Officer, who will be retiring at the end of March.

Rachel Connor began her journey with the organisation in 1992 when, with funding from the Wales Council for Voluntary Action (WCVA), she established the Vale Volunteer Bureau (VVB) and served as its Director for ten years.

In 1996, alongside Steve Cox, one of its Deputy Chairs, she attended a pivotal meeting in Cardiff about the future of the South Glamorgan Voluntary Council ahead of local Government reorganisation. 

Rachel and Steve advocated for a dedicated County Voluntary Council to serve the Vale of Glamorgan, later forming a steering group to bring the vision to life.

In April 1997 the Vale Centre for Voluntary Services (VCVS) was officially established, with Rachel as chair - a role she held for four years.

In 2002, following the departure of then CEO Dave Maggs, Rachel was appointed Chief Executive Officer. Since taking on the role, she has guided the organisation, including celebrating the 10-year anniversary of GVS, born from the merger of two initiatives, the VVB and VCVS.

On the announcement of her retirement, colleagues at GVS said "As colleagues, we want to express how profoundly Rachel will be missed. Throughout her tenure, she has been an incredibly supportive and compassionate leader, treating everyone with kindness, dignity, and respect."

"At the same time, Rachel has inspired excellence and a strong work ethic - her example made it clear that dedication to the organisation and its people is paramount. She has been a truly exceptional leader, guiding GVS and its staff with care, vision, and integrity. Rachel was also instrumental in securing funding and pivotal in acquiring the three buildings that we now proudly operate from, a tangible legacy of her leadership and determination."

"Her impact will endure not only in the strength and resilience of the organisation she helped build, but also in the confidence, commitment, and values she has instilled in the people around her. We thank Rachel sincerely for her dedication and wish her every happiness in her well-earned retirement."

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