Players’ Fund Chairman, Jean de Villiers announced a significant new chapter for the Players’ Fund. “We’re thrilled to confirm that Anne Dobson will be joining us as our new CEO, officially starting on July 1, 2025.”
Anne brings with her a remarkable career spanning over 30 years in the non-profit sector. Her expertise is vast, covering critical areas like financial sustainability, fundraising, robust governance, and meaningful community development. She has a proven track record of helping organizations not just grow, but truly thrive, always keeping a sharp focus on impact and the people they serve.
For Anne, this role is “more than just a job; it’s deeply personal”. Raised in a rugby family and holding a degree in Human Movement Science (with Disability) and English, her connection to the Fund’s work runs far deeper than her impressive professional background. She describes this role as “a calling,” and her passion for the Players’ Fund mission is truly evident.
“We are incredibly confident that Annie is the ideal person to lead the Players’ Fund into its next exciting phase” says de Villiers.
Welcome Annie, we look forward to working with you in the near future!