our people

Beth joined us in 2016, bringing 20 years of experience working with vulnerable young people in the UK and internationally with organisations such as The Children’s Society and Social Finance. She has overall responsibility for the strategic leadership and management of Centre 33, supporting the Board of Trustees, managing senior roles and engaging all staff and volunteers to continue to deliver excellent, safe, innovative and responsive services to young people. She has led on strategic planning, impact analysis and expanding our funding base. Beth has an MBA from Cranfield School of Management and is a Clore Social Fellow.

Meg is responsible for developing and supporting our teams to deliver excellent, safe and responsive services to young people while developing good local relationships with other organisations. Prior to this role Meg managed the Information and Support Service after joining us in 2014. Meg has worked within the voluntary and public sector for 14 years working as Head of Education at the MS Society and in a range of roles, supporting young people’s relationships and sexual health. Meg holds an MSc in Health Promotion, was a Trustee of a sexual health charity previously and is an experienced train the trainer.

Fran has worked at Centre 33 since 2009 and leads a team responsible for all aspects of finance and budgets and human resources, ensuring we are compliant with current legislation. Previously she was a Finance Director leading a start-up company to a turnover of 1.3million and Finance Manager for a local charity. She carries out consultancy work for local organisations mainly based around improving Finance systems and Quality Management and has a keen interest in supporting in her local community. She is currently involved in supporting the setup of a community youth group.

Harriet oversees a small team partnering with individuals and organisations who help to fund Centre 33’s work. The team supports funders and those interested in donating or fundraising, including companies, grant-giving trusts and foundations, community groups, statutory funders and individuals. Harriet joined Centre 33 in October 2024 and brings over 20 years of experience working in charities, including overseas disability charity CBM and Alzheimer’s Research UK.

Kate is responsible for the development and delivery of a high quality young person led, Young Carers Service. Kate has worked directly with Young Carers since she joining Centre 33 in 2005 and has a comprehensive understanding of the issues they face, the challenges presented, and ways to address them. Kate has worked within the voluntary and public sector for 16 years working in a range of roles, supporting families and young people, looked after young people, and young offenders. Kate holds a BA Joint Hons in Childhood Studies and Professional Practice Studies.

Michelle is responsible for a busy team covering data protection, communications, facilities and IT service support. Prior to joining Centre 33 in 2015, Michelle worked in marketing and administration for organiations including Waterstone’s and the Hayward Gallery. She has been active in the world of disability for some years, is a trustee for pinpoint (parent/carer forum) and a campaigner for social justice.

Ellen oversees and supports the Someone to Talk to team together with Helen Baker, and has specific responsibilities around quality, evaluation and participation. She has worked at Centre 33 in various roles since 2006, and prior to that worked in several charities in the areas of Youth Work, Youth Volunteering and International Development. Ellen has a BA (Hons) in Social Geography, a Level 3 VCQ in Youth Work and a Certificate in Management.

I joined the satellite industry as a systems engineer and gradually migrated from engineering to business strategy with spells in the Telecomms and Aircraft industries and nearly 20 years in the satellite industry. 3 years ago, I left the corporate world to become a business Angel, supporting technology start-ups. I have 3 children aged 16 to 22 and have recently gained 3 more, aged 12 to 18, with my new partner. Prior to joining Centre 33, I was a school governor for six years.

Centre 33 has been a part of my life for 32 years. I started as a volunteer information worker not long after leaving university, and have stayed in touch in one way or another ever since. My career in community, children and young peoples services in and around Cambridgeshire has been mainly based in local government. I have lots of experience in leading and developing a wide range of young peoples services, and expertise in strategic partnership engagement across the public sector.

I am a HR professional with many years of experience in senior HR roles and have also spent time in Sales and Customer Services management. I have worked in a variety of industries in the commercial sector in New Zealand, Australia and the UK. I am passionate about supporting young people so am delighted to use my experience to support Centre 33. I have a 22 year old son and in my spare time enjoy keeping fit with cycling, walking and running.

I have over 20 years of experience in the health and charity sectors, Predominantly working within health policy influencing. As the mother of two teenagers I know how important it is for young people to have access to the Centre 33 services.

I have a finance, commercial and strategic skillset, and love to use this to support non-profits alongside my day job (currently Naked Wines UK). I have lived and worked in Ghana and Palestine supporting small non-profits to develop strategic plans. I am a Chartered Accountant and have been a Trustee/Treasurer for Carers Network in London. In my spare time, I like to climb and cycle.

I have worked in another local charity for 30 years - currently as Chief Executive. So I have experience on both sides of the table. I work directly with young people. I am a qualified social worker and have a research background.

Before working for Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust empowering disadvantaged people return to work / retain work, I worked as an independent advocate for people with a learning disability or health condition getting their voices heard and rights protected. I have a strong interest in ensuring the wishes of vulnerable people remain at the centre of their support. As a parent I value the work and ethos of Centre 33, and as a Trustee, hope to ensure the excellent work continues.

I joined Centre 33 as a Trustee in 2024. I have worked in the charity sector for 12 years in fundraising, programme delivery, team leadership and stakeholder management. Currently I am Deputy CEO at DHL UK Foundation and support young people from disadvantaged communities to realise their potential.

I am a researcher and lecturer in psychology, working in the field of child development and specialising in research with modern families. Before joining the board of trustees, I was a volunteer counsellor at Centre 33 for over seven years.

I have worked in the non-profit sector for over 20 years, in senior fundraising and management positions. Currently working as Director of Fundraising for SOS Children's Villages UK, I specialise in strategy and relationships with grant makers, supporters and corporate partners. From experience I know how important it is for young people in the region to have access to Centre 33 services.

I have spent over 30 years as a senior Marketing Leader across both client and agency businesses, and have a strong track record in the strategic planning and implementation of Brand and Performance Marketing. Committed to helping others achieve their potential, I undertook ICF training to qualify as an Executive Coach and I am now in my final year as a student of a Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling.

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