Cat Thomson Art Therapy Projects Manager Expand Cat joined the Teapot Trust team in December 2022 as Art Therapy Projects Manager. Cat was drawn to the role having seen friends and family benefit from art therapy. Cat has 18 years’ experience working in the voluntary sector to support the wellbeing and education of children with additional support needs. Cat previously worked in Children in Scotland where she held a variety of roles, including Communications and Engagement Manager of Enquire (the Scottish advice service for additional support for learning). Cat brings with her a wealth of people and project management experience. One of Cat’s strengths is her ability to nurture relationships with key partners, having led a national stakeholder engagement programme with education staff and family support services. Cat previously worked as a Performance Review Manager at the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh and as an Information Analyst with the NHS information service ISD Scotland. Outside of work, Cat is a keen cyclist and swimmer and, following a 20-year hiatus, started life drawing again. You'll find her at her happiest on a blustery beach with her family, friends and borrowed dog Lily. [email protected] Office: 0131 273 4340 Mobile: 07519 295503
Charlene Madigan Donor Relationship Lead Expand Charlene has been working with Teapot Trust since September 2023 in the new role of Donor Relationship Lead. She is excited to introduce some fresh and exciting fundraising challenges for our existing fundraisers as well as attract new supporters to the charity. Charlene’s diverse background in the health sector has allowed a broad overview of physical and mental health conditions and the often negative impact they can have on their lives, as well as the lives of their families. Her experience covers fitness, elderly care, private healthcare, and most recently wish granting with When You Wish Upon a Star where she found her passion for the charity sector. Wellbeing and health are very important to Charlene as she lives with a well-managed chronic illness herself and has first hand experience of the benefits of implementing ways to improve and manage her wellbeing. In her spare time, Charlene was once massively in love with weightlifting and exercise. However, in recent years after the arrival of her daughter Olivia, she has swapped dumbbells for Yoga and Clubbercise for meditation! Charlene also enjoys catching up with friends and taking on challenges such as Tough Mudder and Go Ape. Email: [email protected] Office: 0131 273 4340 Mobile: 07394558660
Ally Lloyd Young Voices Participation Officer Expand Ally joined the Teapot Trust team in August 2023 as our Young Voices Participation Officer. In this role, Ally runs Young Voices engaging with young people who have previously gone through art therapy with the Teapot Trust in the running of the charity. The Young Voices groups are also spaces for peer support and support for areas of shared unmet needs, as well as opportunities for creativity and fun! Before joining Teapot Trust, Ally was at the University of Glasgow studying Psychology (MA). Ally is also one of the co-founders and trustees at The LUNA Project, a charity which also works creatively to support children and young people with chronic health conditions. This shared goal has led to a brilliant and ongoing working relationship between LUNA and the Teapot Trust. Outside of work, Ally enjoys being outside (ideally on a beach!) and doing messy creative things. [email protected] Office: 0131 273 4340
Caitlin Meagher Supporter Engagement Manager (Maternity Leave) Expand Caitlin joined Team Teapot in March 2018 to increase the charity’s community engagement. Now, she manages supporter relationships while juggling a busy schedule of fundraising campaigns and challenges – encouraging individuals, friendship groups and corporate colleagues to participate. Caitlin is a people person. Her warm and assured style has been praised frequently by supporters and colleagues alike. She enjoys the fast-paced nature of her role, especially interacting with stakeholders and seeing the impact of the charity's work. Her flexible approach and broad skill-set make Caitlin a real asset to the team. She's our tech/digital guru, who took a lead in producing Teapot Trust's Art Therapy At Home resource materials at the start of lockdown, which have been used over 30,000 times by children and families. Before joining Team Teapot, Caitlin worked for the State of New York and helped manage public outreach and engagement for historic sites. Having a BA and MSc in Archaeology, Caitlin enjoys spending her free time travelling and exploring historic places, almost as much as she likes being outdoors hiking, gardening, or trying to keep up with her energetic Sprocker, Willow. [email protected] Office: 0131 273 4340 Mobile: 07394558660
Louise Downing Grants Manager Expand Louise has worked at Teapot Trust since May 2018. As Grants Manager, she takes a lead in researching trusts and foundations, planning and preparing applications, managing the funding pipeline, and in producing reports for funders. From her past experience, Louise brings a strong team approach and valuable insights into organisational operations. Louise previously delivered a national fundraising training programme at Arts & Business Scotland and she held cultural project management roles at Fife Council and Fife Cultural Trust. She is a qualified trainer and has served as Chair of the Volunteer Management Committee of Radio Lollipop Edinburgh and on the board of trustees at North Edinburgh Arts. Louise is married with a young family and works part-time (Tuesday-Thursday). She juggles her responsibilities with finesse and is supported by Sarah. [email protected] Office: 0131 273 4340 Mobile: 07542030470
Sarah Randell Chief Executive Expand Teapot Trust is led by CEO, Sarah Randell, supported by 7 staff, 7 trustees, and 25 art therapists. In post since May 2019, Sarah is far-sighted strategically and relational in her approach. She has worked to achieve a sustainable model for the charity that ensures equitable access to art therapy services. Now, the focus is growth – important as 1 in 4 children and young people in the UK are living with a chronic health condition or a physical disability that impacts their mental health. Sarah previously held Development Director and Head of Fundraising roles with a national charity, a respected theatre, and a large school. She was also Deputy Director of a national membership organisation where her focus was helping member charities prepare to pass OSCR's charity/public benefit test. Outside work, Sarah enjoys hills and beaches, creative activities and live theatre – all things that make her feel fully alive! [email protected] Office: 0131 273 4340 Mobile: 07922 423494 LinkedIn:SarahRandellLinkedIn