Meet the Team
Our people • Chief Executive • Volunteers • Staff • Trustees
Charlene Maines
I have over 10 years’ experience of long-term unemployment and understand the impact barriers and adversity can contribute to isolation and how this can affect a person’s chance of success. I left school with no formal qualifications and have worked in a range of industries including retail, charity sector, hospitality, childcare, before deciding to start my own charity.
Lisa Baldock MBE
Lisa has a congenital hearing loss which worsened due to a nasty virus 7 years ago. She was fortunate enough to acquire bilateral cochlear implants helping her to overcome her hurdles.
Currently a Diversity & Inclusion Consultant in HR for the Department of Work & Pensions, she brings 18 years of experience in transforming the thinking of HR leaders across the UK. Her congential hearing loss has not prevented her from achieving to her full potential, her determination, resilence and willingness has enabled her to be a key influencer supporting the business by understanding everyday barriers and developing breakthrough pathways. An approach which enable others to be the best they can be.
Adrian Samuel
For over 30 years in the legal profession I have assisted individuals achieve justice, redress inequality, and give a voice to their arguments. Practicality and integrity are my watchwords and these attributes can benefit the aims of this charity.