CEO shares his experience of challenging weather
In a remarkable feat of endurance and generosity, Andy Golding (pictured, right), CEO, and Clive Kornitzer, COO, of OSB Group completed an 850-mile journey from Belgium to the Italian lakes. Their mission: to raise funds for The Outward Bound Trust, which supports outdoor adventures for disadvantaged young people.
Driving a car costing less than £1,000, the duo not only met but exceeded their fundraising target of £35,000, ultimately raising £40,948—double what they achieved in their first rally. The funds will directly aid The Outward Bound Trust in its work with over 24,000 young people annually, in partnership with nearly 400 educational and youth organizations.
“In 2016, we entered our first OSB car into the Rusty Rally in aid of The Outward Bound Trust’s programme for disadvantaged young people, which is a great cause, managing to raise £20,000,” said Golding. “Here we are again, in the 2024 rally, where the cause feels even more important given the hardships that so many young people experience.”
Reflecting on the journey, Golding stated: “Challenging weather made the trip even more interesting, but we were the first of the rally to arrive safely each day. It was extremely humbling to hear the stories about the great work the Trust does and about the positive impact they have on the lives of disadvantaged young people.”
Esther Gillham, head of development at The Outward Bound Trust, expressed gratitude, highlighting the 800-mile course through six countries and the incredible fundraising achievement. “The money will all go directly to help disadvantaged young people to access our outdoor adventures, helping them to build confidence, resilience and a love of the outdoors,” she said.
OSB Group, which began trading as a bank in February 2011, is known for its specialist lending brands, including Precise Mortgages, Kent Reliance for Intermediaries, and InterBay Commercial. It was admitted to the London Stock Exchange in June 2014 and joined the FTSE 250 index a year later. In 2019, OSB acquired Charter Court Financial Services Group, enhancing its capabilities in the financial sector.
On November 30, 2020, OSB Group Plc became the listed entity and holding company for the Group, reporting under two segments: OneSavings Bank and Charter Court Financial Services.
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