OUR TEAM

ECL is run by our amazing paid part-time staff, Pier and Eleanor, supported by a wide group of volunteers. It's governed by a Board of Directors. Meet the team here and hear from Trustee Lisa why she joined ECL.

Charity Co-ordinator

Pier Markham

Pier has been working at ECL since 1999, helping to enrich our members' lives. She is responsible for co-ordinating all our activities.

Charity Communications & Development Manager

Eleanor Miller

Eleanor has 30 years of experience working across a range of not for profit, charity and government
sectors. She is responsible for marketing, communications and fundraising for the charity.

Treasurer

David Middleton

A management accountant with over 25 years of experience, David took over the role of Treasurer in September 2013 and joined the Board later that year.

Trustee

Greg Bourne

Greg joined the Board in 2023, and since 2021 has helped run our Tuesday evening AllSports sessions, where our members love his warmth and energy.

Trustee

Terri Collins

In 1994 Terri helped establish
Elmbridge Advocacy Link, which in 2000 became Elmbridge Community Link (ECL). After many years as Chair, Terri stepped down in 2017, but continues to sit on the Board as a Trustee.

Trustee

Jean Smith

Jean has been on the Board for many years. She also runs her own riding charity for disabled people in Surrey.

Chair

Ann Ledgard

Ann joined ECL as a volunteer nearly ten years ago and continues to attend the Wednesday multi-activity days. She has been on the Board since 2015 and became Chair at the start of 2024.

Trustee

Lisa Wilks

Lisa became involved with ECL when her son, who is autistic, started coming to the AllSports sessions. Having seen their positive effect, she was moved to join the Board in 2022, keen to assist the charity in its work of enhancing the lives of people with learning disabilities.