Motherwell and Wishaw Inner Wheel Club member takes up new role within organisation
A member of Motherwell and Wishaw Inner Wheel Club has given me a new role in the organisation.
Carluke woman Nancy Ralston is poised to lead Inner Wheel District 2 as its chairman for 2025-26 and brings a wealth of experience to her new role.
Though officially retired from her career in the Insurance Industry, Nancy remains actively engaged in the business world, still co-owner of an Instrumentation and Calibration laboratory in Falkirk. Beyond her professional pursuits, she enjoys a rich and varied personal life.
An avid reader, Nancy is the co-founder of a book club that was started during the COVID-19 lockdown. She also maintains an active lifestyle as a member of a walking group.
Nancy's commitment to Inner Wheel extends beyond her club duties; she has served as the District 2 editor in the past and has been involved in editorial work throughout her life. This experience will undoubtedly be invaluable in her new role.
District 2 is geographically diverse, encompassing 18 clubs spread from Campbeltown and Oban to Ayr and Newton Stewart, which will involve considerable travel on her visits throughout her year.
As District 2 Chairman, Nancy has chosen CHAS (Children's Hospices Across Scotland) as her charity for this year and feels it is important to support this vital Scottish organisation and has several personal connections with the charity.
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