Meet the Team

Our Advisory Board

  • George Chalmers

    George has a strong background in economic development and community regeneration, holding a degree in economics and a postgraduate qualification in town planning from Oxford University. He began his career as a Senior Corporate Policy Officer at Glasgow City Council and later earned an MBA. As Chief Executive of UK 2000 Scotland and Forward Scotland, he focused on environmental sustainability. For the past 20 years, he has led his own consultancy, managing projects such as the Meat Market Regeneration Project, St Luke’s Concert Venue, and the Dalmarnock Legacy Hub, where he has excelled in securing funding and providing project management support.

  • Felician Thayalaraj Francis

    Felician has over 20 years of experience in humanitarian and community development work, supporting those affected by armed conflict and natural disasters in Sri Lanka. His focus has been on mental health and psychosocial wellbeing, supporting survivors, care personnel, and volunteers, while strengthening institutions. Felician holds a Bachelor's degree in Philosophy from Urbaniana University, Rome and a Postgraduate Diploma in Counselling and Psychosocial Support from Colombo University. He is currently the Carers Information and Development Advisor for Ethnic Minorities at Renfrewshire Carers Centre.

  • David Lyon

    I have been providing support and advice to third-sector organisations for over 25 years. This work has given me an understanding of the positive impact that third-sector organisations can have on all elements of society, especially on those most in need. In 2009, I graduated from the University of Stirling with an MBA in Entrepreneurship and Business Venturing.