Solihull Moors Foundation has announced the appointment of Iain McCallister, CEO of MAN Commercial Protection Ltd, as its new Chairman.
A highly respected business leader and longstanding supporter of the Foundation, Iain brings a wealth of experience, leadership and a strong commitment to community impact. His appointment marks an exciting step forward as the Foundation continues to grow its reach and deliver meaningful programmes across Solihull.
Under Iain’s leadership, Solihull-based MAN Commercial Protection has grown into one of the UK’s leading security providers, while maintaining a strong focus on supporting local communities and delivering positive social impact. The company has been a valued supporter of Solihull Moors Foundation, sharing its belief in the importance of businesses giving back and playing an active role in community life.
Darryl Eales, Chairman of Solihull Moors Football Club, said:
“I’m absolutely delighted that Iain has agreed to become Chair of the Solihull Moors Foundation.
The appointment is a hugely important step as we continue to expand the reach of the Foundation within the local community and further support our ambition for Solihull Moors to be a beacon for how a community football club operates.
Iain is a high-profile and highly respected businessman. He has built MAN Commercial Protection into a superb business based on principles of integrity, hard work and first-class service execution.
We have become good friends over the past 18 months and share a common view of the importance of businesses being responsible citizens and playing their full part in supporting their local communities.
It is a great coup for the Foundation and we all wish Iain, alongside Joe Butler, our recently appointed Head of Foundation, every success as they continue the wonderful work being delivered across Solihull.”
Joe Butler, Head of Solihull Moors Foundation, said:
“We are delighted to welcome Iain as Chairman of Solihull Moors Foundation.
Iain brings a wealth of business experience, strong leadership and, most importantly, a genuine passion for supporting communities. The support that he and the wider MAN team have shown the Foundation has been invaluable, and their values align closely with our own.
As we continue to expand our programmes and reach more people across Solihull, Iain’s appointment is a significant step forward. I am looking forward to working closely with him as we build on the fantastic work already being delivered and continue to make a meaningful difference across our community.”
Iain McCallister commented, “Having worked closely with Solihull Moors over the past year, I’ve seen first-hand the incredible work the Foundation delivers across our community. The club and Foundation share many of the values that are important to us at MAN Commercial Protection, particularly around supporting young people.
This appointment is a positive and exciting evolution of our partnership, and I am honoured to take on the role of Chairman. I look forward to working alongside Darryl Eales, Joe Butler, staff, volunteers and partners to help grow the Foundation’s impact, which will enable us to support even more people and projects across Solihull and the surrounding areas.”
