News Feb 2026

CRASH Appoints Jo Smith to Board of Trustees

Construction industry charity CRASH is pleased to appoint Jo Smith, Global Enabling Functions Controller at Arcadis, to its Board of Trustees.

Joanne brings many years of valuable experience in finance to the CRASH Board. At Arcadis, Jo is responsible for the implementation of effective cost management for enabling functions globally, analysing and ensuring the appropriate future planning is executed.

We are thrilled to have Jo as part of the team and look forward to working together to continue CRASH’s vital work transforming lives through the power of the construction industry.

“I am delighted to join CRASH as a trustee. With over 20 years of experience in Finance at Arcadis, I thrive on being part of a dedicated team and I am confident I can bring my commitment & financial & governance skills to CRASH. I greatly value the work CRASH does in the community & look forward to working with the Trustees & CRASH team to continue delivering such worthwhile projects.”

Jo Smith

Global Enabling Functions Controller at Arcadis

“Trustees are responsible for the governance of the charity and Jo’s financial expertise will be a valued addition to our Boardroom. I am looking forward to working closely with her and the CRASH Board of Trustees and building on the charity’s already strong foundations as we enter our 30th Anniversary year.”

Trisha Pickersgill

Chief Executive at CRASH

“I am delighted to join CRASH as a trustee. With over 20 years of experience in Finance at Arcadis, I thrive on being part of a dedicated team and I am confident I can bring my commitment & financial & governance skills to CRASH. I greatly value the work CRASH does in the community & look forward to working with the Trustees & CRASH team to continue delivering such worthwhile projects.”

Jo Smith

Global Enabling Functions Controller at Arcadis

“Trustees are responsible for the governance of the charity and Jo’s financial expertise will be a valued addition to our Boardroom. I am looking forward to working closely with her and the CRASH Board of Trustees and building on the charity’s already strong foundations as we enter our 30th Anniversary year.”

Trisha Pickersgill

Chief Executive at CRASH

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