'An accomplished and values-driven leader' – British Cycling appoints university vice-chancellor as new CEO
Pete Bonfield will take the helm of the governing body in November
British Cycling has named Professor Pete Bonfield OBE, the vice-chancellor and president of the University of Westminster, as its new chief executive. Bonfield will assume the role in mid-November, replacing interim CEO Lee Gibbons, who took over in July after Jon Dutton resigned. Bonfield, a former national youth champion and Olympian, brings extensive experience from his career as a research engineer, board member, and Olympic coach.
He expressed excitement about leading the national governing body for a sport with widespread benefits. British Cycling faces challenges such as declining membership and grassroots participation, and Bonfield's leadership comes as the organization seeks to reinforce its position as a world leader in cycling. The new CEO will oversee the implementation of a four-year strategy aimed at delivering societal, health, and economic benefits, including a new social impact program and charity foundation.
Bonfield will also lead the organization as the UK hosts the Grands Départs of the 2024 and 2024 Tour de France. British Cycling chair Chris Pilling praised Bonfield's leadership, strategic vision, and ability to drive change, stating that he is well-suited to lead British Cycling into its next chapter.
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