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Meet the Team

A passionate and diverse group of around 55 staff, volunteers and trustees, working together to fulfil the Spinnaker mission.
About Us Meet the Team


Mike Harrowing: CEO ​I really am so pleased to be a part of this fantastic ongoing outreach work to children.
Clare Holl: Operations Manager I love being involved in all our hubs, particularly as I get to spend time with our amazing team.
Susie Arthur: Finance Administrator I look after the finance side and really love supporting the team of staff and volunteers in the wonderful work that Spinnaker does.
Caroline Allen: Lewisham Hub Leader To work with a fun, passionate and caring team, seeking to bring light, love and hope into every child’s life has got to be a dream job!
Glenis Ruston: Pastoral Care This year I’ve taken on a new role at Spinnaker. As well as visiting school, I’ve become the Spinnaker pastor.
The Board of Trustees Our dedicated Board of Trustees meet 6 times a year and are always on hand for consultation, advice and strategic planning.
Katie Burtonshaw: Schools Team Manager I feel a buzz of excitement as I visit primary schools for Spinnaker.
Jess Jenner: Creative Associate It is such a privilege to be invited into schools with Spinnaker.
Emily Speed: Croydon Hub Leader I am so excited to be starting up the newest Spinnaker hub in Croydon; my home town!
Sam and Chrissie : Eastbourne Hub Leaders ​I love finding creative ways to help children understand what Christians believe and to show why Jesus is such a big deal. (Sam)
Lisa Bell: Epsom & Ewell Hub Leader I am presently the youth and children’s worker at Epsom Baptist Church and am also very happy to be working with Spinnaker.
Heather Hawthorne: Lambeth & Southwark Hub Leader I just love meeting so many children and their teachers and to have the opportunity to explain why Christians believe in Jesus
Caroline Rous: Orpington Hub Leader I love having the opportunity that Spinnaker gives of being welcomed into schools.
Stephen Garner: Creative Design Lead I love working with the Spinnaker Team, supporting them to continue the brilliant work in schools, whether creatively or administratively.
Sam Merrett: Engagement and Admin Lead I lead fundraising and engagement at Spinnaker and I enjoy speaking to supporters, writing funding applications and creating social media content.
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Spinnaker Trust Ltd - a company limited by guarantee, with charitable status. Registered Address: The Office, Christ Church Chislehurst, 40 Lubbock Road, Chislehurst BR7 5JJ Company No: 5503977. Charity No: 1111351
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