Jody Ford has been named a non-executive director on the BBC Board, with his four-year term beginning on January 12. Ford brings significant commercial expertise from the technology sector in both the UK and the US.

Since 2020, Ford has served as CEO of Trainline, leading its expansion as a global rail and coach travel platform. His previous leadership roles include Group Chief Executive Officer at PhotoBox (which then included Moonpig) and Global Growth Vice President at eBay. He began his career in consulting with PwC and McKinsey.

In his new role, Ford will provide strategic guidance as the BBC prepares for its next Charter period, helping to ensure the Board’s decisions serve the public interest. He succeeds Shumeet Banerji, who departed the Board in November.

Ford commented, “I’m proud to be joining the BBC Board in a non-executive capacity and to support a British cultural icon that means so much to so many in the UK and globally. Its core mission and purpose endure, and I look forward to helping harness technology and digital innovation to remain relevant, resilient and impactful. The BBC has shaped how I understand the world and what the future might hold and I’m excited to play a part in preparing it for future challenges.”

Samir Shah, BBC Chair, welcomed Ford, saying, “I’m delighted to welcome Jody to the Board of the BBC. He brings deep expertise in technology and innovation and knows how to use that experience to drive change in an organisation. This insight will be invaluable as the Board develops its strategy to transform the BBC. I look forward to Board discussions and deliberations being enriched by his energy, enthusiasm, and clear passion for the BBC.”

The BBC Board is comprised of 14 members, with a majority being non-executive directors. The Chairman and four non-executive members are appointed by the King-in-Council on the recommendation of Ministers, with each of the four UK nations represented. The Board also appoints five non-executive members through its Nominations Committee. There are four executive directors, including the BBC’s Director-General, who serves as the Corporation’s chief executive officer and editor-in-chief.

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