Who we are
The Board
Jan Rawson (Chair) Actor, playwright & co-founder of Steps Drama, a multi-million pound international training company.
Helena Cole Experienced commercial finance director who has led teams in HR and IT as well as finance.
Nicola Waterman Project manager & curator with a background in strategic planning, research & analysis. Has a particular focus on inclusivity & accessibility to the arts & culture.
Onsite Operations
‘Smiley Pete’ Maynard Our man on the ground with a permanent smile & a totally ‘can do’ attitude.
Roni Edwards An award-winning creative producer & founder of Pamodzi Creatives, leading impactful arts & community engagement projects & running the annual Inspirational Women of Portsmouth awards.
Sarah Christopher Education Partnership & Schools Inclusion Manager at Portsmouth City Council, expert in special needs provision & school engagement.
Denise Callender Project manager, creative producer & mentor. Founder member & current trustee for Portsmouth City of Sanctuary. Previously Curator & Promotions Manager for University of Portsmouth.
Angela Parks Project & strategic director who has managed £15.5M pa budgets & company secretary for organisation employing 450 staff. Previously director responsible for diversity & H&S.
The Team
Donna Poingdestre Contemporary & street artist with a background in social work, youth work & substance misuse support. She has mentored students at Central Saint Martins & is committed to supporting emerging artists.
Andy Phipps Independent curator, consultant & art director with extensive experience in exhibiting established & emerging contemporary fine, public & street artists.
Creative Directors
Joe Hufton Artistic Director specialising in immersive theatre. Creative Director for Cbeebies Rainbow Adventure, Taskmaster Live. Theatre Director for Les Enfants Terribles & Secret Cinema.
