Essex & Herts Air Ambulance announces Jonathan Ager as new Deputy CEO

Essex & Herts Air Ambulance (EHAAT) recently announced the promotion of Finance Director Jonathan Ager to the newly created position of Deputy CEO, which he has taken on in addition to his role as Finance Director.

Jane Gurney, EHAAT’s CEO, commented: “Jonathan’s expanded role as Finance Director/Deputy CEO will naturally support me as CEO, helping to oversee the day-to-day functions within our growing organization. This new role will aid the smooth running of the charity, which has increased greatly over time as we have grown in both size and complexity.”

Ager has been an integral part of EHAAT for over seven years. During his tenure as part of the executive team, he has been instrumental in several key achievements, including the acquisition of two AW169 helicopters, the construction of the air base at North Weald, and the growth of EHAAT’s Flight for Life Lottery, which has provided financial stability for the service.

Ager concluded: “I’m looking forward to taking on this new expanded role and to work closely with Jane and the wider team as we embark on an exciting period of change for the charity, working towards our key strategic objectives such as operating under our own Air Operator’s Certificate and establishing the Centre for Excellence.”

EHAAT recently welcomed the second of its new state-of-the-art AW169 helicopters.