Susan Fozard

General Manager / Director

Susan is a dedicated and passionate leader with over 22 years of experience driving strategic growth at StarVale. The team relies on her mentorship and vision for developing and managing innovative lottery and raffle programmes.

Throughout her extensive career, Susan has played a pivotal role in the creation, implementation, and management of numerous high-profile lottery and raffle initiatives, always ensuring they meet the highest standards of compliance and operational efficiency.

Her diverse background encompasses expertise in operations, finance, and administration, giving her a well-rounded perspective on the unique challenges and opportunities within the gambling and lottery sector. Susan is passionate about the company values and is committed to maintaining the highest operational standards while fostering a culture of continuous improvement across all levels of the organisation. Her focus is on building resilient, scalable systems that support sustainable growth while adhering to the regulatory landscape.

Susan’s deep knowledge extends to key areas such as compliance and financial management, where she has successfully developed and executed financial models that ensure the profitability and sustainability of each programme she oversees. Her qualifications with the Gambling Commission underscore her commitment to upholding industry standards, while her expertise in compliance areas such as Bacs and PCI ensures that all operations meet stringent security and regulatory requirements.

In her current role, Susan excels at project management, overseeing the lifecycle of large-scale projects and ensuring seamless coordination between teams, stakeholders, and external partners. She thrives in fast-paced, high-pressure environments, always delivering results with a focus on long-term success and customer satisfaction.

Through her leadership, Susan has been a driving force in the success and growth of StarVale, consistently delivering outstanding results while maintaining a sharp focus on innovation and compliance.

Key Areas of Expertise

Posts from Susan

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Blog | Fundraising advice, Thought leadership

Big ideas for fundraising success in 2025

Fundraising is and has always been a challenge. Now more than ever, charities are being impacted by soaring costs, time pressures and conflicting priorities. By partnering with our clients and
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Blog | Data and insights, Thought leadership

Data conscious fundraising

When Age UK migrated their lottery programme to StarVale, they recognised the critical role of supporter insight. By leveraging accurate data, we were able to precisely identify, and segment supporters
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Blog | Fundraising advice, Lottery management

Gaining executive suite buy-in for a fundraising lottery: the ultimate guide

Gaining buy-in from the executive team can present a challenge for senior fundraisers. This guide will help you address common concerns from leadership.
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