Graham Biss
High Sheriff 2024/25
Graham moved to the Island in 2006, back to his wife Sue’s home. They live in Freshwater where they have brought up their four boys. Sue is the Chairperson of the WI on the Island.
After a career in banking, Graham joined the Isle of Wight Economic Partnership when he moved to the Island. He is currently the Managing Director of Natural Enterprise, an Island based charity delivering support for the rural economy and caring for the Island’s natural environment.
Natural Enterprise’s activities include Gift to Nature, which manages over 30 free to use countryside sites, the renovation of Appley Tower and a range of other projects. All focused on making the Island a better place to work, live and visit.
Wanting to be a strong advocate for the rural sector, he is part of the team of volunteers which has rejuvenated the Royal Isle of Wight County Show, which celebrates the Island’s rural community. As the son of Somerset dairy farmers Graham is the current President of Island’s Young Farmers Club, as well as being a Deputy Lieutenant.
Graham is a keen sports fan, having coached a number of youth sporting teams.
“I hope during my year as the Island’s High Sheriff I will have the opportunity to support and promote the many good things which take place on the Island and, in the main, may go un-noticed. We live in a community where many people volunteer their time, making the Island a special place to live.”