ASCEL is delighted to welcome five new trustees to our Board, who bring a wealth of experience, passion, and dedication to support the charity’s mission.
Introducing our New Trustees
Kirsty Blyth - Assistant Chief Executive Officer, Inspire: Culture, Learning & Libraries
Nick Fuller - Bi-borough Libraries Manager Children’s and Outreach, Westminster City Council working with Kensington and Chelsea Council
Mark Freeman MBE – Retired Head of Service, Stockton-on-Tees, previous President of Libraries Connected
Sherilyn Pereira – Public Engagement Manager, Stephen Lawrence Research Centre, De Montfort University
Benedict Shaw - Head of Euro Bilateral Team - Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT)
These accomplished professionals join us at an exciting time, as we continue to expand and develop as a new charity. Their diverse skills and proven track records in the library, education and technology sectors will contribute hugely to the growth of ASCEL, enhancing and complementing the skills of our existing trustees.
Each ASCEL trustee shares a deep passion for cultivating dynamic library services which promote inclusion and diversity and where children’s and young people’s voices are heard, valued and reflected.
Annabel Gittins, Chair of ASCEL, says:
“Please join us in extending a warm welcome to Kirsty, Nick, Mark, Sherilyn and Benedict. We are excited about the impact their involvement will have on ASCEL and look forward to achieving great things together. Their fresh perspectives will invigorate our approach, helping us explore new ideas and opportunities. We encourage you to take a moment to learn more about our new trustees, their achievements, backgrounds, and what motivates them to support ASCEL.”
These new Trustees expand ASCEL’s Board to 12 and join our current Trustees:
Annabel Gittins (Chair) - Library Support Manager, Shropshire Libraries
Sue Ball – Interim Libraries & Arts Manager, Staffordshire County Council
Christine Myhill - Libraries & Heritage Manager, Gateshead Council
Nina Simon - SLS Manager, Schools Library Service, Redbridge
Anna Simmons – Head of Libraries & Information, Luton Libraries, Active Luton
Krystal Vittles – Deputy Chief Executive Officer, Suffolk Libraries