Our Trustees

Meet the Trustees

At Recover, our commitment to transparency, integrity, and effective governance is reflected in the dedication and expertise of our board of local ‘hands on’ trustees. They all play a crucial role in guiding our organization towards fulfilling its mission and ensuring that we make a meaningful impact in the community.
Our trustees bring a diverse range of skills, experiences, and perspectives to the table, along with a shared passion for our cause. With backgrounds in relevant fields and some ‘lived’ experience our trustees offer invaluable insights and strategic direction that drive our organization forward.

Anne Pritchard

Trustee - Designated Safeguarding Lead
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Matthew Buckley

Trustee - Treasurer
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Sue Johnson

Trustee - Volunteer Fundraiser
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Huw Thomas

Chair
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Anne became part of the Recover Team as a participant in 2018; and became a Trustee in 2023 because of her links with other participants.  She believes strongly in the power of healing that a close and supportive team has for all the members/ participants.

For 20 years before retiring Anne worked for 8 years as part of the management team running a preschool.  She then spent the following 10 years working for a care company advising clients looking for care for their elderly relations. 

“I was so thrilled when I was asked to become a Trustee of Recover. Recover gave me so much care and support and I am delighted to be able to give something back to this life changing and worthwhile charity”.

Matthew has had a varied career in Commercial Banking, Accountancy, Secondary School Maths teaching, and setting up and running a Domiciliary Care Company with his wife before retiring from full time employment a couple of years ago.

With this experience in accounting, education and domestic care Matthew brings to Recover a wealth of financial and commercial experience, as well as a true understanding of the importance of supporting the vulnerable and less fortunate.

"I am delighted to be able to give my time and my experience to such a worthwhile cause. What Recover provide to their volunteers goes way beyond a place to be and a trade to learn. Recover provides hope, optimism and a true sense of not being alone. Truly outstanding"

Following a career in marketing and buying, Sue decided to use her commercial skills to raise funds for local charities. Sue is our volunteer Fundraiser as well as being a trustee for Recover, basing herself at our workshop one day a week. 

“I really love the time I spend at Recover. The workshop is such a friendly and welcoming environment where I have the pleasure of getting to know the team and witnessing the transformational impact that Recover has on people's lives. It is truly inspiring to see the creativity and skills the team use to produce the most beautiful, original furniture - all the while building confidence, self-esteem, and friendships which help them to move on with their lives.”

Huw is the Chairman of Recover’s board of trustees. He comes to the role after spending many years running successful businesses in the insurance industry and is a Henley Business School accredited executive coach and mentor. Huw is now semi-retired, providing consultancy and coaching to small businesses, dabbling in entrepreneurial projects and playing a lot of golf.  Huw brings a valuable breadth of knowledge and a wealth of local connections to the board.

“I got to know Recover through my work with local businesses and not for profit organisations. I love the energy, dedication and enthusiasm Ian and Holly show day in, day out, for helping the Team learn so many skills and produce amazing products from donated items of furniture which would otherwise end up in land fill. Recover an incredible organisation to be a part of.”