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Richard Beeken

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Associate at Community Partners
📍 Greater Stoke-on-Trent Area, United Kingdom

Richard Beeken is an experienced healthcare executive and former NHS CEO with a 31-year career. He is recognized for leading two NHS Trusts out of special measures and overseeing the delivery of the new Midland Metropolitan University Hospital. He holds a Master of Arts from The University of Manchester and now operates a healthcare leadership consultancy.

Outside of his distinguished career in healthcare, Richard is a passionate musician and performer. He is part of Fatman Alley, described as one of the finest rock party bands in the West Midlands, showcasing a dedicated and creative side to his personality.

This former NHS Chief Executive leads a double life as a performer in a popular West Midlands rock band.

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Experience
8 Years
Current Role
Associate
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
Greater Stoke-on-Trent Area, United Kingdom
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Healthcare Leadership
With over 20 years on NHS boards, including nine as a CEO, he now advises on leadership, strategy, and cultural change through his own consultancy.
NHS Turnaround
He has a proven track record of successfully leading multiple NHS Trusts, including Wye Valley and Walsall, out of the special measures regime.
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Career

Work history

9-2025
Associate
Community Partners
4-2024
Director
Richard Beeken Ltd
1-2021 - 4-2025
CEO
Sandwell & West Birmingham NHS Trust
1-2021 - 12-2024
Chief Executive Officer
Sandwell & West Birmingham NHS Trust
4-2018 - 1-2021
Chief Executive Officer
Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust
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Education
1994 - 1996
Master of Arts - MA
The University of Manchester
1990 - 1994
Master's degree
University of Dundee
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