Society

The Oddfellows has appointed Simon Gallimore as CEO Designate, effective from 6 October 2025. Simon will work alongside current Chief Executive Officer Jane Nelson during a structured eight-month transition period, ahead of assuming full CEO responsibilities in May 2026.

We often hear about the benefits of stepping out of your comfort zone, especially later in life. But what if true wellbeing comes from stepping into a different kind of comfort – one built on connection, companionship, and community?

This Friendship Month, we’ve been encouraging people to say ‘yes’ to trying new things, making new friends, and discovering all the brilliant things on offer at our Branches across the nation.

Unity Mutual, our financial services brand, has launched a new website. As well as having a fresh look, it gives you more ways to customise how information is displayed, so you can view it in the format that best suits you.

Our recent survey said half of Brits would choose cash over the thrill of companionship. We say pocket the money with caution, as friendship gives the most valuable return on investment.

This September, the Oddfellows is encouraging people to say ‘yes’ to a new experience. That’s because simply saying ‘yes’ could be the start of something amazing. 

At our Annual Movable Conference (AMC) in May, South London Oddfellows’ John Mann was introduced as the Grand Master (Chairman) of the Society for the next 12 months.

Switching from a ‘To Do’ to a ‘To Be’ mindset is the key to helping retirees get the retirement ‘glow-up’ they deserve. This is the latest message from the Oddfellows.