People

CAT’s incredible staff and volunteers bring passion and a wide set of skills, and are crucial to the work CAT does sharing solutions and inspiring action on the climate and biodiversity crisis.

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Trustees

Ben Summers

Chair of Trustees

Ben combines a background in technology and innovation with a keen interest in environmental sustainability.

Dr Rhiannon Turner

Vice Chair of Trustees

Rhiannon first visited CAT as a young child in the 1980s. The memories of CAT stayed with her, and she was delighted to have the opportunity to join the Board.

Kalyani Gandhi-Rhodes

Trustee

Kalyani has a deep interest in sustainable living, reverential ecology, and is a keen hill walker.

Sonya Bedford MBE

Trustee

Sonya graduated from CAT’s renewable energy MSc in 2018 and is currently Head of Energy at Stephens Scown LLP and a CAT trustee.

Eve Jardine-Young

Trustee

Eve has worked in the education sector for 30 years, holding academic, pastoral and governance roles, and has a deep personal commitment to environmental education.

Damien Short

Trustee

Damien is a Professor of Human Rights and Environmental Justice, has worked with NGOs and other organisations, and has a strong commitment to sustainability.

Megan McGrattan

Trustee

Megan combines a background in systems and strategy work with a Masters in Green Building, permaculture training and a deep personal commitment to sustainability.

Sonia Nabila Klein

Trustee

Sonia Nabila Klein is a sustainability expert with extensive international experience, specializing in low-carbon construction solutions and environmental innovation.

Steve Buckley

Trustee

Steve is a social enterprise leader and media development specialist with a lifelong interest in ecology, natural history and the environment.

Mark Adams

Trustee

Mark is committed to working towards a future where humankind lives sustainably within our planetary boundaries. Mark is a Chartered Accountant.

Andy Baylis

Trustee

Andy is a Chartered Engineer with nearly thirty years’ experience in mainstream and low carbon construction industries in the UK.

Lawrence Chiles

Trustee

Lawrence has been an experienced digital leader, working in the cultural sector for over 20 years, and now works as the Head of Digital at the National Gallery.

Simon Jones

Trustee

Simon is Chartered Engineer who has led major infrastructure initiatives in the private and public sectors, and is currently Chief Executive of the Global Centre of Rail Excellence (GCRE).

Senior Management Team

Eileen Kinsman

Co-CEO

Eileen is passionate about the power of social movements to create change. She was first inspired to be a CAT Changemaker in 2001.

Paul Booth

Co-CEO

Prior to joining CAT in 2018, Paul spent 30 years working extensively with the charity sector as a Chartered Accountant in practice.

Adrian Watson

Head of School

Adrian spends most of his time keeping the Graduate School running smoothly. When he’s not doing that, he uses his background in Chemistry to support teaching activities.

John Challen

Project Director

Before coming to CAT, John spent 27 years working in the museum world, where much of his time was spent on bringing historic sites and technologies alive for visitors.

Ed Parsons

Director of Estates and Visitor Services

Responsible for managing catering, retail and accommodation, Ed is passionate about delivering excellent customer service and exceeding visitors expectations.

Amanda Smith

Head of Learning and Education

Amanda has over 20 years of experience in teaching, school leadership, adult training and organisational improvement.

Mark Stevens

Director of Development

With nearly two decades of experience leading fundraising and engagement teams, Mark brings a lot of valuable experience to his role at CAT.

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