18/03/2026
Weโre pleased to welcome Nicky Lloyd as DHUโs new Chief Commercial Officer (CCO).
As DHU continues to grow as a trusted NHS partner, this role will strengthen how we manage partnerships, contracts and value for money - helping ensure we make the best use of resources for patients, colleagues and communities.
As a Community Interest Company (CIC), any surplus we generate is reinvested back into our services. Strong commercial leadership helps us continue to deliver sustainable, high-quality care across NHS 111, urgent & emergency care and primary care.
Nicky brings over 30 yearsโ experience across the NHS and private sector, including Board-level roles as Chief Finance Officer and Acting Chief Executive.
Nicky Lloyd said:
โIโm really pleased to be joining DHU at such an important time. The organisation plays a vital role within the NHS and its community interest company model means there is a strong focus on doing the right thing for patients, colleagues and communities.โ
Stephen Bateman, Chief Executive, added:
โWe are delighted to welcome Nicky to DHU. Nickyโs experience will strengthen our leadership and help ensure we continue to make the best use of resources while delivering high-quality care for the Midlands communities we serve.โ