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
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.
Cllr Kelly Middleton
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.
Glynn Morrow
Glynn is the Centre Manager 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 CVS 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 take a new step and become a member of the CVS Executive board.
Terry Gee
Vice Chair
Terry is an experienced professional in the voluntary, community, and social enterprise (VCSE) sector. Currently serving as the VCSE Development and Commissioning Lead for Kingston Upon Thames Local Authority, Terry works to connect local government with the diverse network of VCSE organisations and the wider public sector. With a strong understanding of community needs and the value of collaborative partnerships, Terry contributes to positive change in Kingston.
Terry also has experience as a CEO in various VCSE charities, where he has driven organisations towards their missions. An important part of his work includes involvement in Homelessness, Information, Advice and Guidance delivery, VCSE Infrastructure, as well as in shaping the landscape for social prescribing nationally within the healthcare sector, contributing to a more holistic approach to wellbeing and addressing the social determinants of health.
Maria Raisbeck
Maria is originally from the Philippines. She has lived in Telford since 1988, is married with two children and six grandchildren. She worked at the Princess Royal Hospital, as a Healthcare Assistant and was invited to work at the Temporary Staffing Department, searching for Locums, Nurses and hospital staff.
She attended the University of Wolverhampton as a mature student, gaining a BA (Bachelor of Arts) in business studies in 2011. Her involvement with "One World UK", an organisation that encourages communication and friendship between all ethnic groups, has led to an outreach project that supports BME groups, promoting social integration and cohesion. It offers help and support to those unable to access healthcare due to language difficulties or social isolation.
She is also an unpaid family carer, providing primary care for a family member who is suffering from a chronic degenerative condition.
Dr Jade Jackson
Treasurer
Jade is an experienced academic/practitioner who specialises in community development and health intervention. Having lived in the Telford area for the last 2 years, Jade works for Telford and Wrekin Council as the Strategic Lead for Healthy Spaces. As an academic, she has undertaken a BA in Sport and Inclusion, a MA in Culture, Sport and Community and a Doctorate of Philosophy, researching community led intervention, addressing the social determinants of health. Exploring behaviour change, community volunteering and the evaluation of health intervention across the West Midlands and Shropshire, Jade’s work has been led by community needs and systemic, cohesive working.
Jade previously lived in Wolverhampton and now lives in Wellington with her partner and dog. She is very passionate about the communities of Telford and Wrekin and wants to ensure all residents have opportunities to live healthy lives.
Nikki Morrison
Nikki is the Attendance and Welfare Team Leader at the Learning Community Trust, which has 13 schools locally. She has been working in education welfare in Telford and Shropshire for over 15 years, supporting children and families with a variety of issues impacting on their education and wellbeing. She is the trust lead on early help and mental health and is a designated safeguarding lead. She manages a team of staff; all committed to getting the best outcomes for local children and young people.
Nikki comes from the Scottish Highlands originally but has worked in a variety of roles in places ranging from the Outer Hebrides to Birmingham.
Prior to moving to education, she worked in the voluntary sector, including Scheme Manager with Victim Support and as a Youth Development Worker. She has also volunteered extensively over the years, having time with Victim Support and Samaritans as well as other groups, with a hedgehog rescue charity in Scotland being one of her favourites. Her husband is an RAF veteran, and Nikki has been actively involved in forces life, including volunteering as a youth worker with service children.
Nikki also worked for a number of years running a group of busy betting shops in Glasgow and Birmingham, so has experience in all aspects of running fast-paced businesses in a competitive environment.
Nikki has lived in Telford for over 20 years with her husband, a lecturer, and her son, who is now at university. When she's not at work, Nikki enjoys spending quality time with family and friends.