We previously mentioned Robin Birch will be stepping down as Treasurer and three new trustees are joining the board.
We’re pleased to share that Robin will be staying on as Honorary Vice-President and providing support in the background; once again, a big thank you to Robin for his hard work and dedication!
Anna Driver:
Anna has worked in the charity sector as a Trust and Grant fundraiser since 2013. Her experience and knowledge has enabled her to work with a number of small and medium charities to develop successful trust and grant programmes. She is looking forward to lending her support and experience to the MyVision fundraising team and seeing them achieve and go beyond their fundraising goals.
Chinonye Nzewi:
Chinonye is a Chartered Accountant with extensive experience in liquidity management, capital markets and investor relations gained over 20 years across various sectors including public service, financial services, telecommunications, and fast-moving consumer goods. She was previously Group Treasury & Investor Relations Director of a food manufacturing company and Chair of the Women’s Network where she led initiatives to increase advocacy and promote gender diversity. She had close family members who were visually impaired and is passionate about using her diversity of thought and experience to support MyVision.
Anita Lightstone:
By profession, Anita trained as an optometrist. She spent a significant part of her career working with RNIB to improve services and support to meet the needs of the people using them. She worked in partnership with many organisations across health, social care, and the voluntary sector, as well as with the NHS and the Department of Health. On retirement, Anita moved to Oxford bringing with her the same passion and drive that she had while working. She recently joined us as a trustee and is looking forward to being part of this dynamic and person-centred organisation.
