Meet the team

Our team are passionate about strengthening, supporting and developing the VCSE sector in the county. We come from a range of different backgrounds and work together to create a thriving and resilient VCSE sector in Gloucestershire for the benefit of individuals and communities.

Matt is our CEO. Matt is passionate about ensuring that we have a strong, resilient and thriving VCSE sector in Gloucestershire. Matt is approachable and always looking to work in partnership. He also advocates for grassroots groups who struggle to have their voices heard in key decisions.

Jill is our Head of Operations. Jill's role involves ensuring that the VCSE sector in Gloucestershire is represented and embedded in Gloucestershire’s health and care system. You can find out more about Gloucestershire's Integrated Care System here

Karen is our Business Support Lead. Karen keeps the Gloucestershire VCS Alliance running smoothly by managing our 'back office'. Karen also manages our finances, supports our trustee board and ensures that we are GDPR compliant. 

Emma is our Go Volunteer Glos Manager. Emma's role involves linking VCSE groups & organisations with local volunteers to build sustainable and productive relationships. You can find out more about Go Volunteer Glos here

Cate is our Head of Sector Innovation. Kate's role involves identifying opportunities which support, develop and sustain VCSE groups & organisations in Gloucestershire. You can find out more about some of the projects that Cate is currently working on here

Joanna is our Mental Health Coordinator. Joanna’s role involves about supporting VCSE and public sector partners to deliver integrated mental health services in the county. You can find out more about mental health and wellbeing projects here

Emily is our Research and Development Officer. Emily has a keen eye on how the sector is performing through live data analysis. Emily is skilled in using relevant data and research to find answers to questions, and solutions to problems. Find out about our recent State of the Sector Report here

Holly is our Communications Officer. Holly is responsible for marketing and communications and works closely with the team to ensure that relevant communications are sent out to the sector.

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