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James Holt Exits Archewell Leadership During Charity Restructure

He will return to the UK but stay on as a senior philanthropic adviser supporting the couple’s planned 2026 humanitarian trips.

Overview

  • Holt, executive director since 2021 and previously the Sussexes’ PR chief, announced he is stepping down and relocating to London.
  • Archewell said Holt will remain a senior adviser to Harry and Meghan and will help coordinate their overseas humanitarian travel in 2026.
  • The nonprofit recently rebranded from Archewell Foundation to Archewell Philanthropies as it transitions toward a fiscal‑sponsorship model that will make some roles redundant.
  • The leadership change follows other staffing moves, including the departure of chief communications officer Meredith Maines and reports of additional cuts.
  • Public IRS filings for 2024 detailed about $5.1 million in expenses, roughly $2.1 million in donations and about $1.25 million in grants, with Holt’s salary listed at $245,000.