Meet the Trustees

As Secretary to the Woodthorpe Residents Association, I was invited to become a trustee by The Arc team. I was already looking to expand into charity work and was impressed by their dedication and enthusiasm.

High quality facilities are important to our community and it takes a dedicated team to manage The Arc effectively and make things happen. I believe I bring a wide range of skills to this team.

Now retired, but professionally I held charterships in both Occupational Safety and Health and also in Textile Chemistry. Previous occupational roles included that of Works Chemist, Project Management, Quality and Environment Manager, all in large high-quality manufacturing operations. In addition, a support role was included as Sector Chairman to the British Coatings Federation.

Current activities include heritage vehicle restoration, making guitars and beekeeping.

I am really excited to get involved with The Arc and the community, as a trustee and volunteer for many of the exciting classes and events happening.

Through my career as a Pharmacist in the Pharmaceutical Industry, I have balanced family life and many voluntary roles in my local school as a governor, and committees for the village hall and church.

I am now at a stage of my life where I have reduced my work and am keen to use my business, and skills to benefit others.

I have a fond relationship with Loughborough after spending a good part of my career working and living in the area.

I look forward to being part of The Arcs future.

I’m a relative newcomer to Loughborough and Grange Park. I found The Arc soon after moving here and I’ve met a lot of lovely people through the activities that I attend and have been made to feel very welcome.

I believe The Arc is a real asset to the community and, by becoming a trustee I now have the opportunity to work with a great team to achieve The Arc’s vision by listening and responding to the needs of local people. We have this great facility on our doorstep with the aim of providing services and activities across the wide spectrum of our users and I am committed to contributing to the ongoing growth and development of this successful community facility.

Hello! I’m a Grange Park local and have lived in Loughborough all my life. Growing up within the local Indian community, community spirit was a constant presence in my life. 

Following in my late father’s footsteps—someone instrumental in driving community initiatives—I now proudly serve as a Trustee at The Arc.

My background lies in the pharmaceutical field and includes expertise in Lean Six Sigma — a versatile set of skills encompassing efficiency, management, and an analytical mindset.

Why am I here? To channel my abilities for good! The passionate team at The Arc has a vision, and I’m fully committed. Let’s sprinkle some funding magic and enhance community events at our hub together!