Telford and Wrekin Council for Voluntary Service is governed by a Board of Trustees who are formally elected at our Annual General Meeting.
CVS Board of Trustees
All of our Trustees are volunteers. They are nominated by user groups and partner organisations, and may also apply through a volunteer recruitment process.
Glynn Morrow
Chair of the Board of Trustees
Glynn is the Centre Director at Telford Centre and has considerable experience in property management, leasing, marketing, finance, and staff management. He has a passion for the community and has been a “business to charity” support to TWCVS for nearly 10 years and with a combined approach, the partnership has won various awards in the property management industry.
Having moved to Shropshire and settled over 40 years ago, Glynn is married with two grown up sons and spent 15 years as Chair of Governors for a local primary school, through his period of leadership, the school amalgamated and relocated to a new site achieving an OFSTED Outstanding grade.
Glynn is thrilled to be a member of the TWCVS Executive board.
Nikki Morrison
Vice Chair of the Board of Trustees
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Chair of the HR Commitee
Nikki is the Head of Attendance and Welfare at the Learning Community Trust, which has 13 schools across the primary, secondary and special education sectors. She has worked in education welfare across Telford and Shropshire for over 16 years, supporting children and families with a wide range of challenges that can affect their education and wellbeing.
Her role includes leading on attendance, early help, mental health and safeguarding, alongside managing a dedicated team of staff. Nikki believes strongly in the importance of relationships, early intervention and working together to make a positive difference to the lives of children, young people and their families.
Originally from the Scottish Highlands, Nikki has enjoyed a varied working life, with roles taking her from the Outer Hebrides to Birmingham. Before moving into education, she worked in the voluntary sector, including as a Scheme Manager with Victim Support and as a Youth Development Worker. She also spent several years managing busy betting shops in Glasgow and Birmingham, an experience which taught her a great deal about people and working in challenging environments!
Volunteering has always been important to Nikki. Over the years, she has given her time to organisations including Samaritans, youth groups and even a hedgehog rescue charity in Scotland, which remains a particular favourite. As the wife of an RAF veteran, she has also been involved in supporting service families, including volunteering with children and young people from military backgrounds.
Having worked in both the voluntary and education sectors, Nikki understands the value of local organisations and the difference they can make to individuals, families and communities. She particularly values the opportunity to work alongside people who share a commitment to supporting others and strengthening their communities.
Nikki has lived in Telford for over 20 years with her husband, who is a lecturer, and their son, who is now at university. Outside work, she enjoys spending quality time with family and friends.
Michael Cooke
Treasurer
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Chair of the Finance & Management Commitee
Mike has worked for Barclays since 2010, progressing through a variety of roles including personal banking, branch management, community engagement, and business banking. His career has been defined by a strong commitment to supporting individuals and businesses, while developing local partnerships across Shropshire, Walsall, and the Black Country.
Born and raised in Telford, Mike has a deep connection to the local community. He has led numerous teams and managed sites across the region, delivering financial support, digital guidance, and community-focused events. His experience includes working closely with local schools, colleges, universities, charities, and community groups to provide learning opportunities and raise awareness around key challenges facing people today — including financial literacy, digital inclusion, and career development.
Mike is passionate about bringing people together and has organised and supported collaborative community events that draw on the strengths of multiple sectors. From financial education workshops to charity fundraisers and school engagement programmes, Mike takes pride in making a meaningful impact where he lives.
He has supported a wide range of charitable causes — from raising funds for drug education in schools in Australia, to helping build a natural outdoor learning centre at a local primary school.
Mike is thrilled to be a member of the TWCVS Executive Board and is eager to continue contributing to the Telford community he proudly calls home.
Cllr. Paul Davis
Trustee
Cllr Paul Davis is a former teacher and manager in the Further Education sector, bringing a people-focused approach and a strong sense of public service into local government. A committed local leader, he has served his community as a town and parish councillor for Wellington, giving him a deep, first-hand understanding of the issues that matter most to residents.
Paul now represents Haygate and Park as a Borough Councillor and serves on the Cabinet with responsibility for Communities and Civic Pride. He is passionate about strengthening neighbourhoods, celebrating local identity, and helping people feel proud of the places they call home.
He also has lived experience of supporting children with autism, which shapes his inclusive and compassionate approach to leadership and decision-making. Alongside his council work, Paul is an active member of several community trusts and represents Telford and Wrekin on the Shropshire Pension Fund, ensuring local voices are heard at a regional level.
Outside the council chamber, Paul is a keen photographer and enthusiastic cook, enjoying the chance to be creative and spend time on the things that bring people together.
Richard Thorpe
Trustee
Richard has been a headteacher for over twenty years, leading schools in areas of significant deprivation and working closely with families and communities facing a wide range of challenges. Throughout his career, he has seen first-hand the vital role that voluntary and community organisations play in supporting and empowering individuals, strengthening neighbourhoods, and creating opportunities for those who need them most.
Richard is passionate about the work undertaken by groups within the Telford & Wrekin CVS umbrella and strongly believes in the value of volunteering as a force for positive change. Having collaborated with many local organisations over the years, he is keen to contribute his experience, insight, and strategic leadership to help further their impact. As a trustee, he hopes to champion the voices of our communities, support effective governance, and play an active role in ensuring that the sector continues to thrive and deliver meaningful outcomes for the people it serves.
Lowri Whittingham
Trustee
Lowri is a Project Director with 12 years' experience at ASK4 where she leads a team of project managers delivering complex projects. Her career has been built on strong leadership, clear communication and keeping people and priorities organised, skills she is keen to bring to the Board.
Originally hailing from Shropshire, Lowri spent ten years living in Leeds and Sheffield before returning home with her young family. Having seen how other communities support their residents, she came back with a renewed appreciation for Telford and the desire to give something back to the place she is now raising her young family.
Lowri is passionate about the role voluntary and community organisations play in strengthening local life, and is delighted to join the Board of Trustees. She hopes to support effective governance and help TWCVS continue to make a difference across Telford and Wrekin.
Outside of work, Lowri enjoys being outdoors with her three-year-old and wider family, making the most of everything Telford and the surrounding areas have to offer.
Rebecca Tindall
Trustee
Rebecca has over 25 years’ experience in people and organisational strategy, including as Director of People at PDSA and as a member of the executive team. She has extensive experience in leadership, organisational development, culture and supporting organisations through change.
Throughout her career, Rebecca has been passionate about helping people and organisations thrive. Having spent much of her career in the charity sector, she understands the importance of strong communities and the difference that charities can make to people’s lives.
Rebecca is delighted to be a trustee at Telford and Wrekin CVS and to bring her experience to support local charities, community groups and the wider community. She is looking forward to contributing to the organisation’s work and helping local communities thrive.