After nearly two decades of leadership, Inspire’s Chief Executive Terry Baxter, has announced he is retiring from his role on 1 September 2025.
Terry has been at the heart of Inspire since its very beginning.
Over the years, he has led Inspire through times of great change, from the challenges of the cost-of-living crisis to the unprecedented impact of the global pandemic, always keeping young people at the centre of everything the charity does.
Reflecting on his decision to step down, Terry said: “It has been an immense privilege to lead Inspire.”
Taking over is familiar face Andy Crump, Inspire’s current Deputy CEO.
Andy has been at Inspire since its early days, and has served as DCEO for the last five years.
Terry continued: “Together, we’ve changed thousands of lives for the better and that has only been possible thanks to the dedication of our people, past and present.
“Inspire is in a strong position, and it feels like the right time to hand over the reins. I know Andy will continue to take the organisation from strength to strength.”
While Terry will officially retire at the end of the year, he will continue in an advisory role from September to ensure a smooth transition.
Chair of Trustees, Terry Hunt, praised both leaders: “Terry Baxter has been an outstanding leader of our charity for almost two decades, taking it through some challenging times to become the important, thriving organisation it is today.
“Many thousands of vulnerable young people have been supported by Inspire during Terry’s tenure. It is an incredible achievement, and he should be very proud of his legacy.
“The board are delighted to appoint Andy to the CEO role. His long experience and deep understanding of Inspire and its work will set him in good stead, and I look forward to working with him.”
