Gary Crowe is appointed as new Non-executive Director at GAD
Source: gov.uk (2025-07-24)

Exchequer Secretary to the Treasury, James Murray MP has appointed Gary Crowe as a Non-executive Director of the Government Actuary’s Department.

Gary Crowe brings extensive experience across the financial services, education and healthcare sectors, with expertise in digital transformation, risk and strategy.

He was recently Professor of Innovation Leadership at Keele University Management School and is an experienced non-executive director (NED). Gary has chaired a range of committees including Finance, Audit, Risk, Investments, and People & Nominations.

He will be appointed for a 3-year term, starting on 1 August, as NED to the Government Actuary’s Department (GAD). Gary will replace Ian Wilson whose term on the Board is coming to an end later this year.

Les Philpott, Non-executive Director and Board Chair said :

“I am delighted at Gary’s appointment to our Board. Gary brings exceptional breadth and depth of experience, having served on 2 NHS Trust boards as well as holding senior roles across consultancy, financial services, and commercial, retail and private banking. His background spans both public and private sectors, and he has led digital transformation in complex, highly regulated environments, always underpinned by robust governance, financial, and risk management expertise.

“As Chair of the Audit and Risk Assurance Committee for the Human Tissue Authority, Gary has demonstrated a strong capacity for oversight and assurance in demanding regulatory contexts. His appointment will significantly strengthen our Board’s ability to provide strategic guidance and effective oversight. I look forward to welcoming him and working together to advance the department’s objectives.”

Fiona Dunsire, Government Actuary said:

“We are very pleased to be able to welcome Gary to GAD as our new non-executive director. His extensive background in innovation leadership and digital transformation, combined with his health and workforce experience as a non-executive director within the NHS, will be invaluable as we continue to evolve our services and support government departments in addressing complex national challenges. I’m confident Gary will make a valuable contribution to GAD’s continued success in serving the public sector.”

Gary Crowe added:

“I’m honoured to be appointed as non-executive director at GAD and look forward to contributing to the department’s important work in supporting the public sector. Having worked across various sectors in consultancy and innovation roles, I understand the critical importance of robust actuarial analysis in helping government make informed decisions about financial risk and uncertainty. I’m excited to work with the talented team at GAD to ensure we continue to broaden the impact of the department in supporting government growth objectives and delivering the highest standards of professional service to our clients.”

About Gary Crowe

Gary Crowe brings significant strategic and commercial expertise to the Government Actuary’s Department, with a strong track record in public service.

He currently serves as Chair of the Audit and Risk Assurance Committee for the Human Tissue Authority (term ending September 2025), is the Local Chair for the Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust and Vice-Chair of University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust.

He has previously advised on commercial digital innovation as a management consultant with PA Consulting and during 30 years in financial services. Most recently, Gary was Professor of Innovation Leadership at Keele University Management School.

About the appointment process

GAD applies technical skills from the actuarial profession, consultancy discipline, high standards of professionalism and industry sector knowledge to help solve financial challenges faced by the UK public sector, helping our clients to understand and analyse financial risk and uncertainty for a wide range of contemporary issues.

Gary Crowe was appointed following an open recruitment process in line with public appointment procedures.

He confirmed that he has not undertaken any political activity within the previous 5 years.