Kinning Park Complex
Board of Trustees
Our Board of Trustees is made up of Members of the Kinning Park Complex. Some are local residents passionate about their neighbourhood. Others have joined our Board to provide guidance, advice and support to the organisation through the renovation project.
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Margaret Gibb
Treasurer
Driven by a strong belief in social justice, I have been fortunate to spend almost 30 years working and volunteering in third sector organisations. I am passionate about the sector’s values and its value to society, communities and to individuals.
In my professional life as a self employed Interim CEO and consultant in a wide range of charities and social enterprises I have been able to see how much centres such as KPC contribute to the health, wellbeing, and cohesion of the communities they serve. Often, they are a lifeline for people, and I want to be able to play a small part in helping KPC to thrive in order that more people can connect with others, learn, express their creativity, and be supported when they need a hand, or at times a safety net, whilst having a chance to give support to others.
I bring to KPC strong strategic thinking skills, financial management skills at strategic and operational levels, lots of charity management experience, an awareness of the wider operating environment and funding landscape. Also a willingness to roll my sleeves up and muck in with whatever priority or emergency might need my help. Outside of work I’ve been busy being a single parent of three now young adult sons, a music lover, intermittent hiker and a hoarder of far too many books.
Annabelle Thomas
Secretary
I am an accountant currently working at East Renfrewshire Culture and Leisure Trust. My previous roles have included working in external audit and start ups, providing a range of experiences from which to draw on. I believe in the importance of local community initiatives and am looking forward to contributing as a Trustee to the work that KPC does. I live in the Southside with my cat, enjoy growing tomatoes and getting out in the Scottish hills.
Lindsey McGhie
Board Member
I am a local G51 resident and dedicated community worker with a strong commitment to social justice. With over 13 years of experience in community projects, I bring operational experience, strategic insight and empathy to my role. My third-sector experience includes community development, building management, leadership and policy development which all greatly contribute to the KPC Board mission and aims. My dedication to serving others and taking a proactive approach to transparency and integrity makes me a valuable addition to our team.
Flora Menzies
Board Member
As a freelance strategic consultant, I bring over 14 years of experience working in the cultural and third sectors. I specialise in strategic planning, change management, fundraising and evaluation. I have worked as a funder for community screening initiatives and film festivals and delivered hundreds of events with children and young people. I have extensive experience of people management and am currently taking a CIPD course in the fundamentals of HR. I am passionate about eating, cooking and growing food and have volunteered as a community gardener and cook in Italy, London and Glasgow. I speak Spanish and basic Italian.
Farrukh Azeem
Board Member
Since 2004, I have resided in the G51 postcode, maintaining the same residence throughout this period. Over the years, I have pursued and completed two Masters degrees, augmenting my academic prowess and intellectual breadth. My professional journey spans over a decade within the financial services industry, where I have honed my expertise and cultivated a deep understanding of its intricacies.
My experience underscores my ability to contribute meaningfully to diverse roles, bringing a wealth of practical knowledge and a results-oriented mindset to the table. Throughout my career, I have demonstrated a strong track record of successful delivery management across both public and private sectors. My expertise lies in managing complex IT projects, collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams, and ensuring projects are delivered within agreed budgets, timelines, and standards. I am particularly drawn to the mission and vision of Kinning Park Complex and its commitment to serving the community. I am excited about the opportunity to contribute my skills, knowledge, and passion for digital and technology to support the ongoing evolution and improvement within the organisation.
Carly McNamara
Board Member
I have been resident in the G51 area since 2017 and am pleased to call Govan home. I have extensive experience working in the third sector and in community organising, including as Assistant Executive Director and Executive Director of a large member-led charity in Texas, USA. I am the Managing Director of My Academic Family, CIC, a non-profit focused on equity in education and student support and am a Project Coordinator for Inclusive Homework Club, organising and managing ESOL and computer skills courses for Refugees and Asylum Seekers. In my free time I serve as Chair of my local community council and engage in academic research which I deliver at conferences and via publication.
I bring to KPC's board my leadership, communication, project planning and evaluation, grant application and management, and community organising experience, which I hope to put to use helping KPC grow and develop.
