Paul Montgomery

Fundraising Operations Lead at the Stroke Association

Paul Montgomery’s 25 year fundraising career began in England with the Anthony Nolan Trust and Cancer Research UK, before returning home to Northern Ireland. A brief spell with the NSPCC led him to the Stroke Association in 2012, where he continues to champion human connection as the heart of supporter stewardship.

Paul is passionate about aligning systems, processes and people to create meaningful experiences for supporters. A strong advocate for cross-sector collaboration and peer learning, he actively seeks and shares insight to help his team - and the wider sector - grow and thrive.

Until recently, Paul chaired the Chartered Institute of Fundraising’s Northern Ireland committee and continues to volunteer with a committed team representing a broad spectrum of charities fundraising in NI, both large and small. As long-time chair of the judging panel for the Northern Ireland Fundraising Awards, he believes deeply in the power of recognition to celebrate excellence, success and pride across the profession.