Trustees

Gillian is an experienced HR professional and Contract Management specialist with a deep commitment to developing the Cornerstone Library to meet the needs of the local community. As Chair of the Board of Trustees Gillian is keen to apply her dual-focused skill set to bridge the gap between strategic governance and operational reality, ensuring the library remains compliant and sustainable with the volunteers and the local community at its heart.

Kim has many years experience in Childcare and Education so understands the importance of sharing books with young children which encourages confidence with words, communication and language skills and imagination. This prompted her passion for helping to create our wonderful library.

Maureen spent her working life as a Marine Claims Adjuster in UK, Singapore and Indonesia and travelled widely throughout Asia during that time. The job involved lots of reading so she did not read for pleasure but since retirement she has developed a love of all things reading and is really enjoying the challenge of involvement in the library’s future.

Hooshang has extensive experience in the education and skills sector, working at a senior level in Further Education, and Skills Funding Agency. He also brings a wealth of governance experience from within both Primary and Secondary settings. He is passionate about learning and committed to support the cornerstone library to achieve its goals.

Liz has a background in supporting membership bodies develop and deliver training and related services to their members. She is excited about working with other trustees, volunteers and community members to build a sustainable library and resource for our community.

Natalie has an extensive administrative background and brings strong organisational skills to her role. She is passionate about reading and encouraging others to read, and is excited about the future of Cornerstone Library and its place at the heart of the community.

David brings a background in IT, digital development and marketing, developed through his technical work with a world-leading local calibration business.

A lifelong lover of libraries, David is deeply impressed by what Cornerstone Library has achieved and is keen to help protect those achievements while supporting its future growth. He is happiest when helping others and is pleased to contribute to a community space that is truly a place for everyone.