Trust Links CEO receives Certificate of Recognition from Southend City Council

Congratulations to our CEO Matt King for his well deserved Certificate of Recognition from Southend-on-Sea City Council.

The certificate says: In recognition of his exceptional leadership of Trust Links & his outstanding contribution to mental health, wellbeing & community life in Southend. Through recovery‑focused services, therapeutic horticulture & community programmes, Matt has helped transform lives & strengthen our city. His commitment to compassion, inclusion & partnership across the council, NHS, schools, voluntary groups & wider community initiatives reflects his long‑standing dedication to improving neighbourhoods & enhancing quality of life for residents across Southend.

CEO Matt said: “What an honour to receive a Certificate of Recognition from the Mayor at Southend City Council at yesterday’s

Full Council meeting, alongside some truly wonderful colleagues from across our community.

I’ve had the privilege of serving as CEO of Trust Links for nearly 15 years, being a long‑standing trustee of Milton Community Partnership, and have helped to set up and run Hamlet Court Road in Harmony – among other community projects close to my heart. It’s been inspiring to see people come together to create positive change, and I feel fortunate to have had the opportunity to help lead organisations and groups that make this possible.

None of this would be possible without my incredibly supportive family and the fantastic, dedicated teams around me. I’m grateful every day for the passion, commitment, and kindness of the people I get to work with.”