Andrew Cornish – Interim Joint Chair
Andrew is a former GP with a wide range of clinical interests. He also has experience of volunteering with Voluntary Service Overseas, living and working for a year in southern Ethiopia.
John Humpston
John started his career in HR in Health and Local Government. He then moved into the Voluntary Sector with National Director roles at Crisis, Citizens Advice and Groundwork. John has been a volunteer Samaritan for many years, including a time as Cambridge Branch Director. He has had several Trustee and Non-Exec Board roles and is currently a Non-Exec Director for an NHS Trust
John Dawson
John was co-opted to the board in March 2016 and appreciates working alongside trustees and being involved in the life of Emmaus Cambridge.
John Murphy
John has a background in the technology sector, having founded a number of companies one of which deals exclusively in the charity sector. His main area of expertise is in sales and marketing and Emmaus is the first charity he has been involved with. Using his knowledge and understanding of how technology is transforming marketing and communications, he hopes to bring our amazing brand and cause to more of the general public’s attention.
Louisa Matheson – Interim Joint Chair/Treasurer
Louisa is an experienced forensic accountant and accounting tutor. She trained with a French company and worked on investigations as far afield as Italy and Uganda. She now lives in Cambridge with her young family, where she has acted as a trustee and financial director for two local nurseries.
Helena Renfrew-Knight
Helena has a background in strategy with a focus on media, technology, coaching and change. She ran her own business for a number of years and is now Head of Strategy for a Cambridge-based company. Her focus as a trustee is the future development of Emmaus Cambridge and ensuring its sustainability.
Joanne May
Jo has been an Employment Solicitor in Cambridge for 30 years assisting mainly employees with their employment problems and Tribunal claims. She has been a Trustee of Emmaus Cambridge since 2018 and is proud to be part of an amazing Charity providing a stable home and meaningful work for our companions.