The executive leadership team is responsible for the day-to-day management of the organisation. Dragonfly Cancer Trust is governed by a board of trustees. They ensure that as an organisation we are effective in working towards achieving our vision, using our resources to maximum effect and upholding our core ethos and values.
Sanjeev is a Chartered Surveyor with over 20 years of varied experience in Real Estate Investment Banking, Retail Operations, Property Development and Finance. He trained with Jones Lang LaSalle in London before leaving to join his retail family business in Newcastle which they subsequently sold in 2016.
Sanjeev is now Director of Retail Operations for James Hall and Co (SPAR) for the North of England. He was appointed Chair of Dragonfly Cancer Trust in 2020 and has been involved as a Trustee since 2018.
As Chair, Sanjeev works closely with the CEO to develop and deliver an ambitious strategy for the charity designed to ensure the longevity of the Trust and to help as many young people as possible.
Neil was born and bred in Newcastle upon Tyne, he’s married to Jill, has two daughters and a wonderful granddaughter. He has been a Trustee for Dragonfly Cancer Trust for five years, having been involved with the charity for a couple of years prior to this. Neil has enjoyed seeing our growth from a small, local charity to where we are now, supporting a UK network of hospices and hospitals.
For Neil, being a Trustee has allowed him to be a part of creating those special moments with families who are going through one of their toughest moments anyone is ever likely to face. Neil enjoys meeting with hospices and groups to promote our Dragonfly strategy, raising the profile of the Trust and the great work it does to help young people.
David is an accountant and former partner with Deloitte having worked with clients across government and public services in the UK and internationally.
David now runs his own management consulting business and is a non-executive director at several companies in the UK and abroad.
Sam is a healthcare Executive with nearly 15 years’ experience spanning the public and private sectors. Currently a Regional Chief Operating Officer for HCA Healthcare UK, Sam’s roles have covered operational, commercial and financial remits; including distressed hospital recovery programmes whilst with PwC.
As a Trustee, Sam is passionate about supporting the charity with accessing prospective beneficiaries; aiming to help those who may not have otherwise had the opportunity
He lives with his family, including two energetic sons and a one-eyed French bulldog, in the West Midlands.
Claire is the founder and managing director of House of Hype & Co. a PR, Social Media and Personal Branding agency based in Sunderland and operating across the UK.
With 15 years plus experience in the communications arena Claire has a wealth of experience in communications strategy, specifically in the field of PR, social media and forging B2B collaborations and partnerships.
Her background at the Sunderland Empire theatre saw her manage regional communications campaigns for some of the biggest touring theatre productions.
When she is not working Claire is a keen fitness fan and can usually be found at bootcamps, running or boxing!
Claire will work with the board and bring her expertise to further strategize and elevate the charities communications strategy further through the role, to support with further profile raising and opportunities.
Dan is a coach in running fitness who is delighted to be assisting Dragonfly cancer Trust as our Running Ambassador. He has experience in all running disciplines to include, 5k, 10k, half marathon, marathon and ultra marathons.
Dan’s role is to coach, encourage, mentor and make sure that you are the best runner you can be, whether you are faster or slower, his focus is “the finish line, not finish time.”
Dan’s focus is not only on running itself but nutrition, strength and conditioning, and having a positive mental attitude so you can complete your running goals.
Dan lives in Heaton, Newcastle upon Tyne with his partner (and dog, Ollie) and fills his time with running (obviously) whilst also being a keen part of the coaching team at Tyne Bridge Harriers and spends most of his Saturdays at one of the many parkruns in the Newcastle area.
Dan is very much looking forward to working with Dragonfly Cancer Trust to support and enhance the incredible work we do.