Programmes committee
Nigel Boatswain - Chair
What do you do right now
I am a strategic IT channel professional with 20+ years experience in industry leading corporations, covering direct and indirect channels, sales ownership, business development, project management and consultancy.
Relevant experience for Trustee
Most recently, I left Apple after 20 years where I lead several European business transformation projects, as well as managing numerous sales teams to aggressive targets. I was Channel Development Director for EMEA before integrating and subsequently heading up European Sales for the Beats by Dre headphone business purchased by Apple - the kids think I’m now cool as Dr Dre was my boss! Working with the Trust will allow for my skills and passion to combine and help the Trust to advance the fantastic projects they deliver in the community.
Why you love working with the Trust
As a young black male, being inspired to achieve by marvelling at the exploits of Ashe, Richards, Ali, Thompson and Woods I am passionate in the belief that sport has to power to unite and inspire people who are diverse by nature.
What’s your sport
I’ve always loved all things sport, so since leaving Apple have rekindled my involvement by coaching rugby and cricket at local schools and sports clubs, utilising my RFU and ECB accreditations.
Helen donovan
What do you do right now
I am Community Manager at Tobacco Dock, which involves outreach and philanthropic support in the Community. I am on the Board of Governors at a primary school in Tower Hamlets and am on the Advisory Board of Brand Advance, a diversity media agency. I also work with Bath City FC Foundation, as the Chair of Trustees and BBC Children in Need as Chair of the Advisory Committee (SE).
Relevant experience for Trustee role
I worked in schools as a SEND teacher for 20 years moving to strategy and leadership roles in Third Sector organisations with a focus on education and sport. I am Chair of the Advisory Committee for BBC Children in Need working with the SE Region Team to make decisions and recommend funding for grants for projects that that allow children and young people thrive and be the best they can be. I am Chair of Bath City FC Foundation which aims to support the local community with sporting, health and wellbeing programmes. We are a grassroots organisation and are passionate about the work we do to address disadvantage in Bath & NE Somerset.
Why you love working with the Trust
It is a pleasure to work with Dame Kelly Holmes Trust and offer young people the chance to learn about themselves, acquire new skills and develop through sport. I love that the Trust makes a significant difference for young people to be the best version of themselves. Matching them up with world class athletes makes this a unique and dynamic partnership.
What’s your sport
I’m an e-bike convert and enjoy hill walking and yoga.
Neil Hennebry
What do you do right now
I work as a Compliance Officer at KKR & Co Inc. based in London.
Relevant experience for the Committee Member role
I’ve worked with young people through football coaching and running community Summer camps. I spend a lot of my professional time working on change management projects and the governance of a complex financial services business. I am also the Chairman of a local football club, London Hibernian F.C.
Why you love working with the Trust
I love working with the Trust because of the impact that we make collaborating with inspiring athletes and energetic young people.
What’s your sport
I’ve played football all my life and enjoyed playing to a semi-pro level.
Anne Marie
Bene-Doszpoly
What do you do right now
I have taught A-Level Psychology and Sociology for 20 Years and I am currently Assistant Director of Sixth form at St. Mary’s.
Relevant experience for the Committee Member role
My reason for coming into teaching was to make a difference in young people’s lives. I work tirelessly to ensure that all the young people are supported to achieve their full potential. Working in education for so long I have seen how young people are effected by experiences outside of school and they are not always able to get the support that works for them to develop their self belief and strive to be the best they can be. Social media and the recent pandemic are having an increasing impact on our young people’s mental health and general wellbeing and I have been a strong advocate in promoting more activities for the post 16 students in our school to nurture their wellbeing.
Why you love working with the Trust
After being part of the AQA Unlocking Potential project with my previous school and seeing the outstanding impact it had on my students, I was keen to be involved with the Trust. I have a wealth of experience and contacts within education that I hope can further develop the amazing work that the Trust does. I started with the Trust in May 2022 and I have enjoyed working with the team, sharing ideas and also doing some research on how we can improve the information that goes out to schools so we can reach a larger number of students.
What’s your sport
I do love all kinds of sport and I am heavily involved with football and taekwondo due to my daughters. I have no claim to fame with sport but I am proud of the fact that at 47 I finally learnt to hula hoop and that is one of my recommended stress relievers for the sixth formers, as you can’t help but laugh when you hula hoop.
Nicola Lyddon
What do you do right now
I am pastoral leader and Teacher of PE at The Winston Churchill School.
Relevant experience for the Committee Member role
As an experienced teacher and leader for over twenty-three years, I have a wealth of experience from curriculum leadership to extensive pastoral expertise. Through my work delivering national intervention programmes with the Youth Sport Trust, and experience as an athlete and UK Athletics Coach, I hope to share my passion and commitment to making a difference to the lives of young people whatever it takes. My vision is to empower, engage, inspire and rejuvenate the lives of others. I am passionate about inclusivity and believe it is important in today’s challenging society, to instil young people with positive and open-minded attitudes. Through first-hand experience I know that the pandemic has had a disproportionate impact on disadvantaged groups in schools; those on a low income, students with an existing mental health condition; children from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities. I am acutely aware of the need for more targeted personal, social and emotional development programmes and prevention interventions in schools. Outside of Education, I am a Health and Wellness Consultant and Mindset Coach.
Why you love working with the Trust
I am inspired by the Trust’s mission and hope to play a part in the next exciting phase of its development and hope to be able to impact as many young people as possible. I would like to help advance the education, development, and improvement of young people through the provision of mentoring, personal, social and emotional development programmes and happily offer my commitment and flexibility to engage and support the charity and its growth. Working with the Dame Kelly Holmes Trust will allow for my skills and passion to combine and I hope I can contribute towards helping the trust advance some of the truly inspiring and engaging projects they currently deliver across the UK.
What’s your sport
I am a former Track and Field athlete who competed at regional, national & international level, specialising in the 400m, 800m & cross-country events. Having retired from competitive athletics I still loves to run and keep fit. I am a keen England Rugby supporter and Harlequins RFU fan.
Kelvin Batey
What do you do right now
I am part of the Athlete Mentor delivery team and also a Trust Committee member.
Relevant experience for the Committee Member role
I have worked on the delivery team for 7 years and have lots of experience in working on the various programs we provide. I can pass this information to the rest of the Committee so they all get a real overview of what is happening when our athlete team are working with young people.
Why you love working with the Trust
The feeling you get after delivering a good session or program, where you see a positive difference in the group or an individual is amazing. The bonds we form and relationships we create give so much satisfaction in seeing young people grow in a variety of ways that can help them move forward with their lives in lots of different ways.
What’s your sport
BMX Racing
liam fenn
What do you do right now
I am currently the Head of Impact and Insights at Police Now, a charity with a mission to transform communities by recruiting, developing and inspiring outstanding and diverse individuals to be leaders in society and policing. I am also a Board Trustee with StreetDoctors.
Relevant experience for the Committee Member role
My career has been focused on applying research, evaluation and actionable insights to help maximise the impact of public services, charities and individuals for social good. Liam achieved a PhD in Sociology in 2019, and continues to lead research on organisational cultures, performance, leadership, wellbeing, diversity and inclusion.
Why you love working with the Trust
I feel privileged to be working with the Dame Kelly Holmes Trust. Alongside my expertise in impact evaluation and reporting, I have a strong motivation to help others achieve their potential and make a positive impact on society. I love all forms of sport and the power it has to help individuals and communities thrive.
What’s your sport
I’m a keen golfer (inspired by Tiger), part-time runner and avid Derby County supporter.