Peter joined the charity in 2017 and is also a non-executive director of the Adept Care Home group. Peter previously worked in the technology sector as a Managing Director. In 2008 Peter joined St John Ambulance as Chief Operations Officer where he stayed for 9 years. Peter studied at Coventry University and the University of Nottingham.
Clive is a Chartered Accountant, having qualified with Ernst & Young. He has held a number of senior finance positions in both the public and private sectors and has worked for some of the UK’s largest organisations. Clive is recently retired and now focuses on Non Executive Director and charity roles as well as other business interests.
Emily is Head of Sales & Distribution for a southern based building society. She brings several years of experience in sales, business development and marketing.
Lindsay Orton is a local government officer specialising in health improvement with a focus on mental health and wellbeing. She is a Master Practitioner of Neuro-Linguistic Programming and a Mental Health First Aid approved trainer. She is a Designated Safeguarding Officer dealing with cases for vulnerable adults and children.
In addition to his trustee role with us, Simon is also a business mentor for The Prince’s Trust. Prior to retirement, Simon was Managing Director of DHL Supply Chain Consumer and Manufacturing Division after 18 years with the company. Previous experience includes 12 years working for Tesco and starting his career as a teacher.
Anthony works for Coventry Building Society as an Operational Risk Business Partner. He is a certified Change and Project professional with over 20 years’ experience, predominantly in Financial Services but also in Insurance and Private Healthcare. Anthony studied at Bournemouth University and is also qualified in Mental Health.
Jane has volunteered at our charity since 2018 when she was instrumental in setting up an upcycle craft section – now found within the Emporium shop. A retired university lecturer and programme director, Jane is passionate about sustainability and waste reduction. She is keen to foster acts of solidarity and collaborations that will benefit both Emmaus and the wider local community.