Our leadership
Guided by experience and driven by innovation, our leaders shape the strategy, culture, and direction of our organisation.
Discover the leaders behind our strategy, culture, and vision for the future.
Jo Darbyshire
Finance Director
Jo joined LPPA in April 2019 and has been pivotal in developing people and technology-led solutions that enhance the experience of members, employers and clients. She is also a Non-Executive Director of PASA and a board sponsor of its Data working group.
John Crowhurst
Chief Customer Officer
With over 20 years’ experience in public sector pensions, John has played a key role in LPPA’s growth and development. He leads customer‑facing operations with a strong focus on delivering high‑quality services and excellent outcomes for members, employers and fund clients.
Martin Davidson
Chief Technology Officer
Since joining LPPA in July 2020, Martin has helped build a secure, dependable IT environment that underpins the entire organisation. He has also been a driving force behind LPPA’s move to innovative technology and online solutions.
Sharon Chatha
Change Director
Sharon has been with LPPA since March 2022, playing a central role in accelerating service improvements, boosting automation and shaping more streamlined operational processes across all of the teams.
Laura Ellis
Finance Director
Laura joined LPPA in 2020 and became Finance Director in June 2026. She leads Finance and Payroll, overseeing planning, reporting, governance and delivery. Having helped shape the finance function, she is passionate about continuous improvement and supporting positive outcomes for clients, members and colleagues.
Dan Curtis
People & Culture Director
Dan joined LPPA in June 2026 as People & Culture Director, bringing extensive leadership experience and a people-first approach. Throughout his career, he has championed social mobility and inclusion, removing barriers, recognising potential, and empowering people to feel valued, supported, and able to build rewarding careers.
Our company
We work with 19 pension fund clients, supporting more than 738,000 members and over 1,500 active employers across the UK.
Our services
LPPA provides secure, compliant and reliable pension administration services to Local Government, Fire and Police schemes.
