The 5% Club has appointed its Founder, Leo Quinn, as Life President, in recognition of his visionary leadership and decade-long commitment to embedding “earn and learn” opportunities across UK business and industry.
The announcement was made during a celebratory Summer Reception hosted in the House of Lords by Lord Allen of Kensington CBE, following the organisation’s Business Leadership Council meeting earlier in the day at the Palace of Westminster.
The evening also saw the formal launch of the 2024/25 Impact Report, which highlights the continued growth and national influence of The 5% Club movement.
Ozlem Gunduz Robinson, Chair of Trustees, said: “Leo Quinn’s belief in social mobility and the responsibilities of business has inspired an entire generation of leaders. His appointment as Life President marks not only a personal tribute, but a commitment to carrying his founding ethos into the future.”
Leo Quinn, Founder and Life President, commented: “The 5% Club was born from a simple idea: that by investing in people, we build stronger businesses and a stronger society. I am proud of what we’ve achieved – and confident the Club will continue to grow, inspire and lead.”
Key Highlights from the 2024/25 Impact Report
- 229 members took part in the latest Employer Audit
- 67,304 employees now in earn-and-learn roles
- 8% average participation rate across members
- 65 Platinum and 129 Gold Accredited Members
- 20+ member events and expanded consultancy services
Mark Cameron OBE, Chief Executive of The 5% Club, said: “We are deeply proud of the impact our members are delivering — and the clarity of insight now guiding policy and employer action. This is a pivotal time for skills reform, and we are ready to lead from the front.”
