Why We’re Getting Involved De Lacy Executive Recruitment was founded in Herefordshire, and although we’re now based in Worcestershire, our roots remain firmly in the farming community. Many of our team members have personal ties to agriculture, and we see firsthand the pressures our clients and candidates face. Mental health matters. That’s why, in February 2025, we became a platinum sponsor of We Are Farming Minds. We now donate a proportion of every placement fee to support their initiatives and are committed to raising awareness and funds through events and training. Mental Health Training: Learning to Support Earlier this year, Grace, Rupert, and Harry from our team attended a Mental Health Awareness Course in Leominster, run by We Are Farming Minds. It was an eye opening and hard hitting session that covered: • R ecognising signs of poor mental health • O ffering support and directing people to help • S uicide prevention—spotting warning signs and knowing what to do The course was attended by like-minded individuals passionate about farmer welfare. We left with a deeper understanding of how to support those around us and a renewed commitment to keeping the conversation going. Malvern Charity Walk In May, our team took on the strenuous challenge of a 14.3km ‘End to End’ walk across all 17 peaks of the Malvern Hills, to raise money for We Are Farming Minds. The Malverns mark the border between Worcestershire, where we’re now based, and Herefordshire, where De Lacy Executive Recruitment was founded. The walk was completed by Rupert, George, Ollie, Harry, Grace, Jon, and Edward, with support from our founder John Davies, who dropped us off at the start line. John and his wife are also actively involved with the charity. The walk proved more challenging than expected. While the distance didn’t seem too daunting at first, many of us hadn’t anticipated the relentless nature of tackling 17 peaks—each ascent followed swiftly by another climb. Despite the physical demands, completing the route was incredibly rewarding. We were joined at the summit by Ellie and Lou from We Are Farming Minds, who came out to show their support. After conquering the peaks, we gathered at a local pub for a well-earned drink, to reflect on the day, the cause, and the community spirit that carried us through. Thanks to the incredible generosity of our supporters—including GLW Feeds, Agritrade News, Hillsgreen, Farmers Weekly, Traction, Tithebarn, Blueline Media, and Farms.com— we raised £1,235, smashing our original target of £750. Looking Ahead As we mark 25 years of recruitment excellence, we’re reminded that our work is about more than placements—it’s about people. Supporting We Are Farming Minds is one way we’re giving back to the community that shaped us. We’re proud to stand with a charity that’s saving lives in farming. Here’s to continuing the conversation, breaking the stigma, and making a difference— together. 13 25 Years of De Lacy Executive recruitment
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