Anne Beckwith-Smith LVO (Chair) retired at the end of 2014 from Tate, having worked as Head of Campaigns in the Development Office since late 1990, with particular responsibility for Tate’s capital campaigns.  After the opening of Tate Modern in May 2000, Anne undertook a part-time joint honours BA degree in History and History of Art at University College London. 

Prior to joining Tate, Anne was Assistant Private Secretary and Lady in Waiting to Diana, Princess of Wales from 1981-1990, but continuing in a part time capacity until the summer of 1997. 

Anne has also worked at the Arts Council (Exhibitions Department) and Sothebys (British Paintings Department).  Anne is also a Trustee of Salisbury Museum, City & Guilds of London Art School and is on the Advisory Board to the Royal Society of Portrait Painters.