Claire Baggott Claire is the Project Manager for our Better Together project Expand Claire joined the team as the Better Together for Healthy Bone Marrow Project Manager in November 2022 and is thrilled to be contributing to such an exciting and far-reaching project. She brings with her a wealth of experience from the private, public and charity sectors and has a real passion for helping organisations to make a positive difference. The Better Together project, with its focus on improving mental wellbeing and reducing feelings of isolation, truly motivates Claire to ensure this project is something that all the alliance charities and their communities can feel proud of, and better for.
Ellie Dawes, CEO Ellie is our CEO this year, while Stevie Tyler is on Maternity leave. Expand Ellie has worked for The Aplastic Anaemia Trust for two years as our Head of Fundraising and Communications. In October 2022, she stepped up as Acting CEO to cover Stevie Tyler's maternity leave. Ellie previously worked as Digital Engagement Manager at Blood Cancer UK, before spending five years in the world of international development, running comms and fundraising as part of the senior team at Child.org. Ellie loves food and once appeared on a TV cooking show! She's passionate about helping charities to be bold, ambitious and inspiring. You can email her at [email protected].
Emily Roberts, Trusts and Grants Manager Emily works part time securing resources to further the work of the AAT. Expand Emily works part time securing resources to further the work of the AAT Emily enjoys connecting people and organisations who share the same goals. She has twenty years’ experience working in the charity sector in administration, events and fundraising. She loves small charities that punch above their weight which is why she joined the AAT in September 2022. If you’re part of a trust, foundation or organisation that would like to support the AAT community please get in touch at [email protected]
Hannah Mitchell, Community Fundraising and Events Manager Hannah joined the team part time in 2021 to support our community with fundraising. Expand Hannah is the key contact for anyone fundraising for The Aplastic Anaemia Trust. From our annual Super rare campaign to our chilly Santa Splash events Hannah has taken our community fundraising to new levels of fun during her time at the charity. Hannah previously worked for a number of years for a conservation charity, where she led a large team of volunteers, as well as being responsible for membership sells and fundraising at one of the sites. She currently volunteers with two organisations who work to empower women around the world. Her main passion in life is travelling, she loves meeting new people and is a mommy to two beautiful bunnies. She is a self-confessed fundraising geek, so if you need any support with any events please email her at [email protected]
Katharine Parkin, Head of Finance Katharine manages our charity’s accounts and finance and works with us about one day a week. Expand Katharine runs a small accountancy firm with her husband, specialising in charity sector clients. Katharine qualified at EY and then spent ten years working for Macmillan Cancer Support in a variety of finance and change roles. She is passionate about supporting small charities to manage their finances well so they can maximise the support they offer to beneficiaries.
Penny Lane, Administration Assistant Penny works a few hours each week in Margate, supporting with administration. Expand Penny is based in Margate with her son Otis and writes poetry. She's the person who will post your information leaflets or shop purchases to you. Penny took part in her first AAT fundraiser in 2021 when she was persuaded to get in the sea for our Santa Splash!
Sam Williams, Support and Outreach Community Manager Sam was recruited part-time in 2020 to support patients on our helpline and online. Expand Having been through aplastic anaemia treatment himself as a child and receiving a stem cell transplant at the age of 21, Sam is passionate about supporting patients. He's here to provide you with a friendly ear, and expert, up to date information about the disease and treatment. Sam has extensive experience of managing online communities and manages our thriving Facebook community, supported by our wonderful volunteers. He has also been an ambassador for Anthony Nolan for many years, encouraging people to join the stem cell register. If you'd like a chat with Sam, you can call our helpline number on +44 (0) 300 102 3202 or email [email protected].
Stevie Tyler, CEO (on maternity leave) Stevie joined the Aplastic Anaemia Trust in July 2020 as its new CEO Expand Stevie joined the AAT in July 2020 as its new CEO and brings with her many years of experience across the sector, working in healthcare, International development and the arts. She is passionate about fundraising innovation, improving patient experience and collaborative working. Career highlights for Stevie include working at Macmillan Cancer Support, Fashion Revolution and becoming a Trustee of a small museum. Stevie lives in Margate with her family. She is passionate about boxing, creative writing and taking her young son to the beach. You can contact Stevie on [email protected]
Vicky Burford, Support and Outreach Programme Manager Vicky heads up our Support and Outreach Team, delivering projects that support people with aplastic anaemia and the people around them. Expand Vicky joined the AAT in June 2022 and is excited to be working with the Support & Outreach team and helping to build on their success in reaching out and supporting all individuals affected by aplastic anaemia. Having worked in the private business sector for 25 years, Vicky found her spiritual home when she started to work within the charity sector. Vicky is passionate about supporting individuals affected by long term illness. Vicky is co-founder and trustee of the charity PANS PANDAS UK and lives in Leamington Spa with her family and enjoys baking, relaxing in the sun and gardening. You can contact Vicky on [email protected]
Zoe Smith, Support & Outreach Co-ordinator - North of England Previously a volunteer and active community member, Zoe joined our Support and Outreach Team in 2022, to work part-time to support people and build relationships. Expand Zoe joined the AA Community when she was diagnosed in November 2020 and received HATG treatment in Leeds in April 2021. Zoe is new to the team and started as a volunteer in 2022. Zoe worked previously as a Pastoral Manger in a large primary school in Leeds delivering bespoke packages of support to children and families who had social, emotional and mental health needs. Zoe is now keen to work with the charity to support children and families who are affected by aplastic anaemia. Zoe lives in Leeds with her husband and two teenage sons Harvey and Kyle. Zoe has a passion for running and has previously run two London Marathons. She has now joined back as a beginner with her local running club to restart her running journey. Zoe enjoys raising awareness of aplastic anaemia through fundraising events and loves meeting new people.