Introducing the Business South Board

With expertise across a broad range of industry sectors and specialisms, the Business South Group Board of Directors is made up of some of the region’s top business minds.

As Non-executive Directors, their role and responsibility is to support and drive the organisation to deliver it’s aims and objectives on behalf of Champions across the Central South.

Meet the Business South Board

Tim Hancock

Chair

Business South

Leigh-Sara Timberlake

Group CEO

Business South

Gavin Hall

Non-Executive Director

Head of Office, Planning
Savills

Lisa Lavis

Non-Executive Director

Director
Glow

Non-Executive Director

Business Development Manager – Environment
Kier Construction

Non-Executive Director

CEO
New Forest National Park Authority

Non-Executive Director

Previously Principal and CEO
Havant & South Downs Collage

Non-Executive Director

Chief Product & Strategy Officer
Allica Bank

Non-Executive Director

Business South

Business South News

Stay in the loop with our Champion News section, where we regularly feature updates, success stories, and insights that showcase the collective impact of our Champions on regional business growth and innovation.

Council Community Fund supports more good causes

Council Community Fund supports more good causes

Fareham Borough Council supports various community groups, projects and good causes around the Borough through its Community Fund. Grants of ...
Champion
Lester Aldridge celebrates qualification of three lawyers

Lester Aldridge celebrates qualification of three lawyers

Lester Aldridge is delighted to announce that Denitsa Urumova-Hurrell, Skeet Northfield and Chiara Parrella have achieved qualification and are continuing ...
Champion
Paris Smith celebrates “Corporate Law Firm of the Year” win at South Coast Deals Awards 2026

Paris Smith celebrates “Corporate Law Firm of the Year” win at South Coast Deals Awards 2026

Paris Smith took home the coveted award at the South Coast Deals Awards 2026, an event which celebrates excellence across ...
Champion
Council approves new direction for Local Plan

Council approves new direction for Local Plan

New Forest District Council (NFDC) has approved a revised approach to preparing the district's new Local Plan, following significant changes ...
Business South

Contact Us

We’re dedicated to boosting the Central South through economic growth, investment, and strong networks.

Reach out to us to grow your business, explore resources, or become a Champion.

  • 02380 518223
  • info@businesssouth.org
  • Solent Business Centre,
    343 Millbrook Road West,
    Southampton
    SO15 0HW

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