Dr Laura N Young MBE Board Member and Founder Expand Laura, along with her husband John, set up Teapot Trust to redress the balance in care for children with rare and complex diseases by providing art therapy for children with any chronic condition. Laura worked at the Science Museum in London before going to work at Exploris Aquarium in Northern Ireland. She has been awarded many prestigious awards including Scottish Council of Voluntary Organisations (SCVO) Charity Champion 2017 and Glasgow Evening Times Scotswoman of The Year 2017. [email protected]0131 273 4340
Mary-Rose Brady Board Member Expand Until recently, Mary-Rose was the British Association of Art Therapists (BAAT) Director of Operations and BAAT Lead for Children & Young People. Mary-Rose is now Director of Operations at Petra’s Place, which provide effective and innovative interventions and support to young children with autism and their families. Mary-Rose brings a wealth of experience in art therapy to the Teapot Trust Board.
Vicky Ferrier Board Member Expand Vicky is an experienced and award-winning communications specialist with a strong background in finance, having been Finance Manager for Boots PLC. She works as a consultant focusing on the fundamentals, asking questions that are often ignored in business.
Richard Bent Board Member Expand Richard is Senior Lecturer in Business and Enterprise at Queen Margaret University, bringing a wide range of business experience and skills to the Trust. Richard was previously involved in the retail and oil industry, working in project management. At QMU Richard has worked in business and product development/strategy across a wide range of SMEs. Richard spent ten years as a member of the Stirling University Governing body overseeing the strategic direction and actions of the University. Richard is passionate about helping smaller businesses survive and develop in the challenging business environment.
Fiona Middlemiss Board Member Expand From 2009 until recently, Fiona was Director of Risk and Compliance for Alan Steel Asset Management and Director of ASAM Trustees Ltd since 2004. She was Data Protection officer for both companies, authorised by the FCA. Whilst she previously worked in larger organisations, working for a small/medium sized company has meant learning about a wider range of subjects and having more diverse responsibilities. Her focus is on corporate governance and the wellbeing of an organisation whether that is in her Exec position or as a Trustee.
Anne Littlefair Board Chair Expand Anne was a teacher and then educational psychologist for forty years. In her last role she managed a large local authority service for schools, working in particular in the areas of disability, mental health, play and early years. Her knowledge base in psychology and research methods, management support and strategy for practitioners are extremely relevant and helpful. As Chair, she brings a wealth of experience and skills to help us deliver our services and develop new ones. Anne (right) is pictured here with her family after completing the 2018 Edinburgh Kiltwalk. If you're inspired by Anne's efforts and would like to take on a Kiltwalk, get in touch.
Dr John A Young Board Member and Founder Expand John set up Teapot Trust with his wife Laura in November 2010 after seeing the gaps in care for their daughter, who had spent much of her life in and out of hospital. John, originally from Belfast, was a personal injury lawyer but also holds a PhD in patent law. He gave up practicing law to spend more time with his family, developing his writing and Whiskey Distillery plans. He has recently published a fictional book for young adults, Farewell Tour of the Terminal Optimist, which recently won the Scottish Teenage Book Prize in 2019.