Esther has worked for a variety of charity and private sector organisations helping to manage people and fundraise, as well as give marketing and business advice. Having represented high profile national charities for many years, she is now a consultant working with smaller charities and social enterprises. She enjoys sharing her skills and knowledge, so organisations perform better with all stakeholders and thrive in the charity environment. Esther joined the East Midlands Group to meet and work with fellow professionals, and has delivered conferences, workshops and training courses on behalf of the Chartered Institute.
Darren is currently the Senior Individual Giving Manager for national charity, the Youth Hostels Association, based in Matlock. Prior to this he has held roles in regional and national charities including Parkinson’s UK and MHA. Darren focuses on building and strengthening relationships between organisations and their supporters. Darren is the Secretary of the Institute of Fundraising East Midlands.
Ben is the Charity Manager for the United Lincolnshire Hospitals Charity, bringing over 12 years of experience in the third sector at both regional and national levels. He has worked across all areas of fundraising, developing a broad and strategic understanding of supporter engagement. Over the past four years, he has focused on building and strengthening the United Lincolnshire Hospitals Charity, championing a collaborative approach and placing supporters at the heart of the charity’s mission. Ben is passionate about creating meaningful impact and driving positive change for hospital communities across Lincolnshire and championing careers in charities.