EQUALITY IS LEGACY - Key Persons
Job Titles:
- Member of the Governance Board
- Trustee
Cliff brings 17 years of experience in marketing, commercial & programme management, combined with 12 years of business ownership and development, coaching and mentoring.
Passionate about providing a pathway for the next generation, Cliff provides his experience and expertise of business launch and innovation to support the young aspiring entrepreneurs within Equality is Legacy.
An advocate of commercial collaboration, Cliff is also keen to build organisational partnerships to provide mutually beneficial initiatives within Equality is Legacy.
Tagged charity, Cliff Bogle, Equality is Legacy, Trustee
Job Titles:
- Chairman of the Black Collective of Media
- Governance Board
Drew is Chair of the Black Collective of Media in Sport (BCOMS), which works for greater diversity in the UK sports media.
A producer and journalist, he spent more than a decade with the BBC before working in the Middle East for much of the 2010's.
A keen advocate for community economic and social development, Drew brings an expertise in the intersection of media and diversity to the Governance Board.
Tagged charity, Drew Christie, Equality is Legacy, Governance
Job Titles:
- Member of the Governance Board
- Trustee
- HR Manager for an International Medical Device
Emma brings a wealth of Human Resources experience (20 years +). She is passionate about working with people from all walks of life and loves to see people evolve, grow and develop.
In addition to her trustee role Emma is HR Manager for an International Medical Device company. She regularly travels to European subsidiary sites to deliver training.
Emma's career has always involved confidentiality, compliance, being a trusted partner and always acting with integrity and respect. She is excited to put her skills to good use within Equality is Legacy.
As a Trustee of Equality is Legacy, Emma is keen to make a positive change for future generations and ensure a level playing field is achieved for all.
Tagged charity, Emma Savory, Equality is Legacy, Trustee
Job Titles:
- Ambassador
- Member of the Governance Board
Joanne is a goal orientated and focused team player; skills which have been developed from her experiences representing Team GB in Bobsleigh. Her focus and determination to take on task and challenges has seen her excel both in the sporting field and work environment.
Starting her career as a qualified teacher she applies the fundamental principles to engage and inspire learners of all ages. Having successfully devised and delivered performance focused learning strategies to Local Authorities, Volunteers for the London 2012 Games, education practitioners, the aviation sector, and the construction industry.
Joanne is focused on breaking down barriers and creating supportive and nurturing environments for all to succeed based on personal best and team cohesion. She is thoroughly excited to make a difference with equality is legacy and create sustainable change that sees opportunities moving to place of equality.
Tagged Ambassador, charity, Equality is Legacy, Joanne John
Job Titles:
- Ambassador
- Member of the Governance Board & Trustees Team
Jonathan is a seasoned and experienced executive that holds a number senior directorship roles and leadership positions in entities operating throughout the UK. He is committed to his role as Ambassador for Equality is Legacy to continue to make a positive difference and bring about sustainable change.
Jonathan is a successful advisor and qualified lawyer with over 17 years practical experience. He became known as a tenacious and strategic negotiator within the entertainment field, arranging some of the most profitable and innovative deals available for both clients and partners. He uses this experience, influence and his strong industry network to further his goal of serving and giving back to make society better.
Jonathan takes great pride in his work in the community. He also believes that it is incumbent on all people to try and prevent others being discriminated against or marginalised.
In 2009 he was sought out by the NARM (Naming and Role Model) project, following an extensive public nomination process. The project was funded by the Heritage Lottery Fund, highlighting African British male role models from 1907 to 2007 in various fields of endeavour; Academia, the Arts, Business, Civil Rights, Education, Faith, Law and Politics. He participated as one of 32 living role models, alongside notable individuals such as Courtenay Griffiths QC, Mervyn Lyn, Darcus Beese, Lord Herman Ouseley, John Amaechi and Ozwald Boateng. The project included workshops at schools and youth centres. He also participated in the exhibitions held in Libraries and Civic Centres celebrating black history month.
In 2016 he was given the Legacy Award. The award was given in recognition of the importance of successful individuals who work collectively to ‘give back' and in so doing contribute to the establishment of a community wide legacy culture of pride and independence. Other Legacy awardee's included Dianne Abbott MP, Courtenay Griffiths QC and Dr Yvonne Thompson CBE
Tagged Ambassador, charity, Equality is Legacy, jonathan-etuk
Louisa brings a wealth Production expertise to the charity. After spending 12 years as a Freelancer working for the BBC, ITV, C4, Hat Trick Productions and Zeppotron she joined Endemol Shine UK in 2011. In her current role as Head of Operations she works with the Senior Management Team to make sure the operations run smoothly and that the business is connected.
Louisa is passionate about breaking down barriers into the Creative Arts, Broadcast and Production Industries. She has a genuine ambition to drive change and level the playing field for all. Creativity and Inclusivity is at the heart of what she does.
Louisa is proud to support, advise and help shape the vision for Equality is Legacy. She is excited to be part of a movement that not only keeps the conversation going, but makes sure everyone is not only heard but listened to.
Tagged charity, Equality is Legacy, Governance, Louisa Lockett
Job Titles:
- Governance Board
- Producer, Writer, Public
Marvin Sordell is a producer, writer, public speaker, entrepreneur, and former professional football player, having played in the Premier League, as well as representing England at U20 & U21 level, and Team GB at London 2012 Olympic Games.
Since retiring in July 2019, Marvin's focus has turned towards the video production company he co-founded in early 2019; 180 Productions, and spreading awareness for mental health. He is often involved in TV/Radio interviews and panel discussions around the increasing importance of wellbeing, with a particular focus on sport, and is an ambassador for mental health charity, CALM (Campaign Against Living Miserably).
Tagged charity, Equality is Legacy, Governance, Marvin Sordell
Melanie combines her experience in organisation governance and business restructuring, with considerable experience in designing, implementing and running large national and international programmes and services.Currently working for the Foreign and Commonwealth Office, she has also held senior positions in local and central government including the Local Government Association, the Ministry of Justice and the Cabinet Office.
Strategic thinking is a key skill, along with an ability to spot new initiatives that will further enhance organisation relevance. Melanie is a strong champion for diversity and inclusion, she provides career development coaching and mentoring to women.
Tagged charity, Equality is Legacy, Governance, Melanie Johnson, Trustee
Job Titles:
- Ambassador
- Member of the Governance Board
Raj Athwal is the longest-serving Asian in British football having spent 25 years at the sharp end of the industry. He was the first British-born Asian to become a commercial director of an English professional football club (under the chairmanship of the late Graham Taylor at Watford).
His wide-ranging knowledge of football has been accrued with time at Glasgow Rangers, Watford, Coventry City, Accrington Stanley, Port Vale and Burton Albion. This means he has worked at every level of the professional game in England as well as at one of the two biggest clubs in Scotland.
Raj was the winner of the Asian Business Sporting Award 2012/13 at the inaugural National Asian Football Awards held at Wembley Stadium and in 2018 published his critically-acclaimed memoirs: A British Raj - My Life in Football Behind Closed Doors.
He has been responsible for generating millions of pounds in revenue - from stand naming rights via front-of -shirt sponsorships to all the many commercial partnerships that are needed at every football club.
Raj was a member of the Executive Board which facilitated the move from Highfield Road to the £116m Ricoh Arena and was part of the turnaround team when Glasgow Rangers was liquidated with the primary role of creating a strategy to generate sustainable revenue. He sourced and negotiated the 32 Red front-of-shirt sponsorship at Glasgow Rangers in 2014.
Away from work, he is a regular guest on local BBC radio breakfast shows discussing current affairs and is a public speaker at universities and colleges in the UK.
Tagged Ambassador, charity, Equality is Legacy, Raj Athwal
Job Titles:
- Member of the Governance Board
- Trustee
Rodney brings a considerable history of transforming under-performing business operations with a keen sense for putting people first. This has led to much success in delivering significant increases in sales and profitability for some of the hospitality industries biggest companies. Harnessing people skills and a passion for performance coaching Rodney now combines an Operational Manager role with a client practice coaching & mentoring retail and hospitality business owners.
Rodney has always had a desire to fight for equality having experienced how pathways, support and opportunities have been limited for the BAME community while working in the hospitality Industry.
"As a community we are sometimes so afraid to step out from behind the barricades we have built to protect ourselves from systemic racism, we don't know how much the world can be enriched by our amazing talents and ability to contribute. I will dedicate myself to providing equal opportunities for those marginalized sometimes unconsciously, but often through neglect, by the colour of their skin or the background they have come from."
"I love to find solutions and to take positive action and I hope everyone who has the same desires can get behind, donate or support what we are doing. To me it's simple don't question and look for fault with something unless you're prepared to offer and put in place a better solution. You don't have to be great to start but you have to start to be great. I hope the legacy of our country is equality for the sake of my children and all of yours."
Tagged charity, Equality is Legacy, Rodney Bennett, Trustee
Job Titles:
- Ambassador
- Member of the Governance Board & Trustees Team
Roger is an experienced and entrepreneurial executive and non-executive board member.
His career in research and consulting has led to him working with a wide range of ambitious businesses, helping them to make faster progress.
He is the founder and CEO of Savanta, an international market research business, which has grown to more than 350 people.
Prior to founding Savanta, he worked at Interbrand for five years. Other roles have included being Chair of People Tree, the Fairtrade fashion pioneer.
Tagged Ambassador, charity, Equality is Legacy, Roger Perowne