Image: Kay Morrison (Glasgow Life)
Kay Morrison appointed as chief executive, replacing Susan Deighan in July 2025 after roles at South Lanarkshire Leisure and Culture and Falkirk Foundation
Glasgow Life, the charity responsible for 12 museums across the city, has announced the appointment of a new chief executive.
Kay Morrison joins the charity from her role as chief executive of South Lanarkshire Leisure and Culture (SLLC).
Previously, she was chief executive of Falkirk Foundation, the official charity partner of Falkirk Football Club.
She will take up her new post on Monday 7 July 2025, replacing Susan Deighan who announced her retirement earlier this year.
The charity said Morrison’s appointment “marks a new chapter”, “as the charity looks to an ambitious future and to helping more people lead richer, healthier, and happier lives through the delivery of world-class cultural, physical activity, and learning programmes and experiences.”
Speaking about her appointment, the new chief executive said: “I’m looking forward to working with my talented colleagues and partners to deliver a fair and inclusive future for local communities, and ensuring our vision remains integral to the city’s social and economic wellbeing as well as building on Glasgow’s impressive global profile.”
Bailie Annette Christie, chair of Glasgow Life, said Morrison was “an inspiring leader with a deep understanding of the vital role our charity plays across Glasgow’s communities, and her experience, knowledge and networks make her the ideal person to lead Glasgow Life as we look to a positive and ambitious future.”
