Drawing on expertise from across the private, voluntary and public sectors, our passionate staff are dedicated to a better Scotland.
Albany is passionate about any work that supports people to live out a fulfilled life. Albany was inspired to study Psychology and Sociology at university after her childhood experiences...
Allison is driven by a determination to improve the lives of those supported by Inspiring Scotland. With more than 20 years’ experience operating at an executive level within FTSE...
Allison leads the Equality and Human Rights team. She brings over 25 years of experience of the community and voluntary sector, and has worked within a variety of settings,...
Amber is committed to amplifying marginalized voices to address inequalities and believes that everyone deserves the chance to thrive. Her values are grounded in authentic collaborations, fostering understanding, and...
Andrew is a passionate advocate for the ability of people and communities to do big things and change society for the better. He leads on our Link Up programme...
Anna has experience within a variety of third sector roles, including legal advice work, programme development and stakeholder collaboration. Having understood the importance of third sector services being built...
Ashley is passionate about the ability of the voluntary sector to have a real impact and improve people’s lives. She has spent more than 15 years working in the...
Ben joined Inspiring Scotland in November 2021, bringing 20 years of experience from across fund management, local government, small business and third sector organisations to the management of the...
Catriona is passionate about the role of collaboration, innovation and creativity in addressing social challenges. She combines her experience in public, private and third sector policy and practice in...
Christina is passionate about the role of the Scottish third sector in problem-solving and improving the opportunities available to children, young people, and families. She is also enthusiastic about...
Christine is a strong advocate for the voluntary sector having seen first-hand the difference charities can make to people’s lives. Ensuring the voice of those being supported is heard,...
Claire is a Business Studies graduate who has worked within several multinational organisations, with experience in Projects, Resourcing, Team Management and Business Support. After several years progressing her career in...
Debbie has extensive experience in Financial Services and the Third sector and has previously worked as a Fund Manager for several Inspiring Scotland Funds. She is passionate about lived...
Debbie has an insatiable curiosity for how finance can be used to help vulnerable people and communities and has spent 20 years in the social investment sector. This journey...
Having started a long and varied career on the fishing boats around Oban and Mallaig, Duncan’s hard-working attitude and strong team spirit make him a great fit for Inspiring...
Eilidh is an enthusiastic advocate of the third sector in Scotland. As an experienced communications professional, Eilidh strives to broaden the influence of Inspiring Scotland and the organisations we...
Elaine is passionate about collaborating to make things happen and her enthusiasm is reflected through the many successes of our Specialist Volunteer Network programme. With natural warmth and enthusiasm,...
Fiona started her career in marketing and fundraising and loved it so much that it led to a 20-year career in the third sector. She has worked in senior...
Passionate about volunteering and the difference it can make, Gemma began her career as a biochemist, eventually making a career change into community development as a result of her...
Holly has a background in third sector organisational development and is a passionate advocate for the positive outcomes that can be achieved when communities have the resources they need to...
Iain is very excited to harness the inspiring Scotland model to intensify and amplify the passion and innovation that exists in the third sector. He brings 10 years’ experience...
Originally from Lancashire Irene moved to Scotland in the 80’s. Irene has worked within the voluntary sector in varying roles for over 35 years. She has a huge wealth...
Jane is driven by a desire to create lasting social impact and improve people’s lives. She is constantly inspired by the creativity and resourcefulness of the charities she works...
Jasmine is a creative and driven individual who wants to use her skills in communications as a catalyst for change. With five years’ experience in the PR and the...
Jill is inspired by the dedication and determination shown by the charities in the Inspiring Scotland portfolio. After over 20 years in marketing and communications across a variety of...
Jo is at her happiest outdoors and is passionate about increasing opportunities for connection to nature, due to the holistic benefits it can bring to people’s mental, emotional, and...
Karen has been working in a range of public sector organisations for over 25 years but has been a strong ally for grassroots community activities. In her most recent...
Kim completed a degree at Heriot Watt University, MA Accountancy and Business Law, before training and qualifying as a Chartered Accountant in public practice. After achieving management level, Kim...
Laura joins Inspiring Scotland from the sport sector having worked across a number of areas including operations, governance and development. In her most recent role as a Community Project...
Leanne is passionate about the power of entrepreneurial thought and action to drive social change. After working in London as part of Sky TV’s marketing graduate programme, Leanne studied...
With an extensive background in finance and credit control at organisations such as Scottish and Newcastle, Edinburgh Chamber of Commerce, and City of Edinburgh Council, Louise has worked as...
Louise believes in getting the best from people to help them to have the greatest impact on Scotland’s most vulnerable people. On board since the very beginning, her expertise...
Mairi has long been a passionate advocate for children, play and the natural environment. She brings a wealth of experience in early years, childcare, children’s rights, workforce development and quality improvement. Prior to joining Inspiring...
Whilst studying for a law degree, Meg volunteered with Citizens Advice Direct. This inspired Meg to pursue a masters in Equality and Human Rights as she was keen to explore...
Melodie has over 20 years’ experience of working in the voluntary sector and has long been a passionate advocate for children’s play, community arts and youth work. In 2000,...
Monika is part of the Delivering Equally Safe team and brings extensive experience in the third sector gained over 25 years in a variety of settings both at an...
Passionate about bringing real change to communities in Scotland, Nadia believes in equal opportunities for all and is a firm believer in the power of collaboration to achieve lasting...
Natalia has 15 years’ of experience in luxury retail management across different continents. Her love and passion for supporting, coaching and developing people, naturally drove her career towards Human...
Neill has over 15 years’ experience working with communities around Scotland, supporting them to design and develop ideas, action plans, groups and organisations. He is passionate about the difference...
Nicola brings a wealth of finance and accounting experience to Inspiring Scotland, including an MA in Accounting from Aberdeen University. After training as an accountant at PricewaterhouseCoopers Nicola progressed...
Norma is part of the Delivering Equally Safe team and brings extensive experience in the third sector gained through a range of development and support roles within local and...
Peter’s role encompasses executive support to the chief executive and senior team, as well as supporting on finance, and as a first point of contact for the organisation. He...
Sally has 20 years of experience in the voluntary sector building services that uphold the rights of children and young people with additional support needs and their families. She...
Bringing to bear a variety of experience, Sam is passionate in his work and is keen to make a difference in the world. Having worked a variety of jobs...
Sam brings more than 30 years’ business development and organisational acumen to managing Scottish Government’s CashBack for Communities programme. With experience at executive level and across a variety of...
Sarah Dantas, Fund Support Officer, Autism and Learning Disabilities Sarah is a Latin-American autism researcher who is passionate about meaningful participation and accessibility. She completed her master’s in Autism...
Sarah has recently graduated from the University of Strathclyde where she studied Business Administration and Business Enterprise. Sarah’s studies, combined with her extensive voluntary experience have provided Sarah with...
Scott is the Creative Communities Intern working on a part time basis. Scott graduated from Glasgow School of Art in 2021 since then he has volunteered and worked with...
Shai is a highly committed person who wants to use his knowledge to champion change in Scotland. His first experience of working within the third sector came during his...
Steve is a firm believer in the strength of the third sector and the often un-recognised but vital role it plays in so many people’s lives. Having been part...
Susie believes in the power of bringing people and sectors together to solve problems. Studying social entrepreneurship in America ignited Susie’s interest in the third sector and the benefit...
After graduating from the University of Edinburgh with a degree in Geology and Physical Geography, Tommy enrolled on a Field Engineer graduate programme with an oilfield service company. Following...