For almost 38 years, Lloyd has been Chief Executive of Stoke-on-Trent-based Saltbox. A charity that’s helped thousands of vulnerable people across North Staffordshire to rebuild their lives.
Its vital community support services include Restart, which assists ex-offenders and people experiencing homelessness. Then there’s CareLink, a free service for those aged 65 and over. And through Money Matters, local residents battling financial challenges can access advice and support at numerous foodbank locations.
Lloyd’s vision is grounded in compassion. This is matched by a remarkable ability to bring together faith groups, public bodies, businesses and voluntary organisations to create lasting social impact.
He is also inspiring University of Staffordshire students to make a difference. After hearing Lloyd talk about Carelink, one of our students became a volunteer for the service.
One of his major achievements has been the creation of the annual Stoke-on-Trent Civic Prayer Breakfast. Launched in 2010, it’s now recognised nationally as a pioneering model of civic engagement.
The event draws together more than 300 leaders from across business, politics, education, healthcare and faith communities. It fosters dialogue and collaboration to address the city’s shared challenges and opportunities.
Lloyd has also been instrumental in the national rollout of Faith Action Audits, a tool originally piloted by Saltbox. These assessments highlight the wide variety of community-based work delivered by faith-based groups.
Lloyd’s leadership extends far beyond Saltbox. He also serves as Chair of Healthwatch Stoke-on-Trent and the Stoke-on-Trent Voluntary Sector Leaders’ Forum and is a non-executive member of the Lichfield Cathedral Chapter.
The award recognises his unwavering dedication to helping the most marginalised members of our communities and for championing social change. Lloyd is a connector, innovator and role model, whose work ties in neatly with University of Staffordshire’s mission to empower people and transform lives.