Meet the team

I joined WeMindTheGap after a career in digital transformation and organisation development, a fancy way of saying that I helped businesses to grow their people and the way that they work. I have been told by others that I am a calm person, and I want to bring this to WeMindTheGap so we can face the sometimes fast-paced world we find ourselves in today in a way that we can make the right choices for our Gappies and team. I am most passionate about providing the constancy to our work so we can continue supporting Gappies for as long as they need us. Outside of work, I love making things, either through sewing, knitting or cooking and really enjoy a good hike out in the Welsh countryside.

I have been the Interim Head of Impact at WeMindTheGap since March 2026, having joined in October 2023 as the Impact Analyst. I hold a BA in Human Geography from Queen Mary, University of London, as well as an MSc in Computer Science and Big Data Analytics from Glyndwr University. These two disciplines marry to provide a variety of qualitative, quantitative and computational statistics skills. I am passionate about using data practices to demonstrate the efficacy of WMTG’s programmes to the organisation, funders and public bodies, as well as exploring the untapped potential for developing techniques such as Machine Learning and Natural Language Processing in data reporting and storytelling. Previously, I have worked as an EAP Teacher, through which I have had an academic research paper published, and I am due to have my first book chapter on Academic Integrity published in 2026. Outside of work, I am an enthusiastic off spinner on the cricket pitch, enjoy travelling, having visited 48 countries, speaking passable Russian, German, French and Spanish, and am a keen reader of history and political theory. Both inside and outside work, I am an unabashed supporter of Wales.

To give our Gappies the love and care they deserve; our own staff welfare and support must always be a priority. In my role across all WeMindTheGap teams - focusing on recruitment, training, and development - I work to create a supportive workplace culture where everyone feels truly valued. That includes hosting regular team days, giving crucial time away from programme delivery to connect with colleagues and have some fun! Outside of work I love exploring and travelling - you'll often find me skiing, running, or hiking a mountain with my corgi.

My role at WeMindTheGap is many and varied – if you don’t know who does it, it’s probably me! This is one of the best bits of my role – each day is never the same as the last. I love the family atmosphere that exists here and the way that everyone looks out for each other. Once you join the WeMindTheGap family, whether that's as part of our team or as a Gappie, you stay part of the family. Outside work, I enjoy spending time with my family and friends, trips in our campervan to festivals – I love live music and theatre (especially musicals) and being creative, making crochet blankets and amigurumi.

I lead the charity’s initiatives across Flintshire, building a supportive 'village' of local statutory services, third-sector organisations, employers, and role models. With a background in Criminology and Social Policy, I’m a passionate believer that everyone should have the opportunity to reach their full potential, regardless of where they start in life. When not at work, I enjoy travel and attempting to tire out my lurcher!

My role involves leading our alumni programme, WeBelong. WeBelong is a community made up of over 400 Gappies, living across North Wales and Northwest England. WeBelong exists to ensure there is no cliff edge for our Gappies when they graduate from our programmes, but a continuum of love, care and support as they take their next steps. Our team supports our Gappies to take their next steps into the world of volunteering, education, employment and life opportunities. With a background in grant-making, finance and funding and asset-based community development, I bring a wealth of experience and skills to the role. Outside of work, I love walking, freezing at the side of a rugby pitch and cooking

I'm the Wrexham Community Maker at WeMindTheGap, where I work alongside young people, communities, organisations and local Employer partners to create opportunities for our Gappies that make a lasting difference. My role focuses on overseeing our Wrexham programmes, building relationships across the county, and developing new community projects. Our aim is to support young people to overcome barriers, and create pathways into further education, employment, or training. I bring creativity, adaptability and a calm approach to solving problems. I'm passionate about helping young people build confidence, recognise their strengths and realise their potential. Outside of work, I'm a keen football fan, enjoy darts, quizzes and spending time with my family. I'm also a published children's author, having written Beyond the Seven: The Hidden Wonders of Wales, a fantasy adventure inspired by Welsh history, myths and landscapes

I joined WMTG three years ago after a career in teaching and have since led the development and delivery of WeInspire. I now oversee the strategic development and growth of WeInspire across our communities. Although I enjoyed my time in education, I became increasingly frustrated by a system that struggles to provide the support and opportunities many children deserve. I'm proud that WeInspire fills that gap in support, ensuring all children feel that they are valued and belong in their school community. Alongside my teaching skills, I have over ten years' previous experience in the third sector, where I developed and led programmes to tackle loneliness across rural North Shropshire. This combination of educational and community development experience continues to shape my approach to creating inclusive, impactful opportunities through WeInspire. Outside of work, my most important role is being mum to two teenage children, who happily fill most of my spare time with their clubs, activities and interests! In particular, supporting my daughter and her cheerleading team, travelling across the country for competitions where months of dedication and training come down to a single two or three minute performance! When I do manage to find a little time for myself, you'll find me outdoors—running, cycling, or trying to keep up with my wonderfully wild Sprocker Spaniel as we explore the woods.

My role at WeMindTheGap is the Data & Digital Support Officer in which I manage and maintain the database that helps every program. With a background in computer science and technology I bring a more online data approach to the team and am most passionate about making everything runs how the team feels it should. When not at work, I enjoy Gaming and going down random rabbit holes of trivia.