CVS Board of Trustees
Telford and Wrekin Council for Voluntary Service is governed by an Board of Trustees who are formally elected at our Annual General Meeting. They are nominated by our member organisations, user groups and partner organisations. Their term of office is three years.
Verley Brissett
Acting Chair
Verley has brought valuable experience to his various roles over a number of years, including his time as Chair. He has been a trusted committee member of the Telford West Indian Association since 1976, eventually becoming its Chair for over 15 years. With a decade of service as a Justice of Peace for Shropshire, Verley has demonstrated his commitment to justice and community service. His academic background includes a Bachelor of Arts in Youth and Community Studies, and he has imparted knowledge as a teacher at Meole Brace, Charlton and Blessed Robert Johnson secondary schools. Furthermore, his involvement in the Education Appeal Board showcases his dedication to shaping educational policies. Verley's extensive leadership and partnership positions have consistently provided valuable guidance, benefit and support to the broader community.
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Tom is a Recuiter who partners with Local Authorities across the country to deliver successful appointments into specialist job roles. As part of his current position, he acts as Diversity and Inclusion Ambassador within his organisation, ensuring that everybody gets their voice heard and has equitable access to opportunities.
Growing up in Wolverhampton before studying Law at the University of Chester, he now lives in Shropshire. Tom is proud to be part of Telford and Wrekin CVS and is thankful to the incredible staff team that deliver essential services every day.
Tom Hoult
Kelly is the cabinet member for Healthy, Safer and Stronger Communities and Partnerships, and is Lead for mental health , public health and domestic abuse.
She is a board member for the local government Association Safer Stronger Communities board and is the the Local Government Association Domestic Abuse Champion.
Kelly has worked in the voluntary and community sector mental health, addiction and homelessness services for the last 15 years. She is very passionate about making our communities work for the people we serve and securing access to the services people need when they need them.