TOFS - Key Persons
Having worn many hats since she joined the charity in 2008, Diane was appointed Chief Executive of TOFS in 2019 after an extensive strategy review process by the trustees.
Jayne has worked for the charity for over 20 years and is responsible for the day to day running of the TOFS office.
"Over the years, I have met with and spoken to so many wonderful OA/TOFs and their families. It's such a great feeling to know that I, along with my colleagues, have been able to offer help and support to those affected with the OA/TOF condition."
Job Titles:
- Honorary Treasurer
- Hon. Treasurer
John (with wife Alison) has been a member of TOFS since 1991, when their OA/TOF son was born. (He's doing well now). The Pearces are still grateful for the superb support which they received from TOFS in the early 90s. John left work at an early age and volunteered as a Trustee in 2008, partly to repay that great support.
John has degrees in Engineering and Business Administration and became TOFS Treasurer in 2011, having previously served on the Finance subcommittee.
Over the years, John has led the Chew Editorial Board, the Conference committee, Finance subcommittee & Fundraising working Group, and Recruitment and staff management subcommittee, but he has managed to hand some of these on to other people.
John is a member of the Medical Liaison subcommittee, and represents TOFS to the TOAST trial team. On behalf of TOFS, he has attended various medical conferences.
Job Titles:
- FRCS ( I ) FRCS ( Eng ) FRCS ( Ed ) FRCS ( Paed ) FEBPS
Peter joined the TOFS team in 2021 and is responsible for helping us to grow our digital presence via our website, social media and digital channels. As well as his experience in digital marketing and website management, Peter also has a wide range of general marketing knowledge to draw upon.
Peter has some experience of TOFS as his daughter was born with OA/TOF.
"As a parent of a TOF teenager, I have experienced first hand the work the charity does. From the knowledge sheets that helped inform my daughter's school of her condition to the advice on the Facebook page, I have found the support offered by TOFS to be invaluable. - which I am sure will come in useful in helping to share all the great work we do at TOFS."
Job Titles:
- Membership, Communication and Events Officer
Sarah joined us in November 2023 from an NHSE Graduate Scheme and has experience in communications, events and project support/management. Sarah provides pastoral help to members, support TLCs and manage events at TOFS.