Meet The Committee

Reading Pride is run entirely by volunteers and cannot happen without the commitment made by a group of dedicated individuals.

Getting involved with the planning of Reading Pride cannot be simpler. If you enjoyed our festival why not volunteer and find out if there is a role that suits you. Each year as we continue to grow we need the time and dedication of our members and volunteers to make Reading Pride happen. This year we have introduced a new roles structure so that we can find the perfect role for you to fit your lifestyle and/or job. There is not a role too big or too small so why not help out? This could be the most rewarding project you will ever be involved with.

Reading Pride is more than just an annual festival. We are here throughout the year to represent LGBT community and promote the services available to the public and aid in awareness of LGBT rights where even today LGBT people in the Thames Valley are still getting discriminated against.

Do you have a flare for marketing, media and promotions? Or excel in advertising and sales (or have the gift of the gab)? Or perhaps something more low key such as administration or funding and grants? We have many roles available for you to apply for the list goes on!

The committee are comprised of many different roles (see below). Some of these may already be filled by existing committee members; however many of these are suitable for two or more people to work together.

For more details on how to become a volunteer or how to join the committee please email volunteers@readingpride.co.uk.

Patrons


Diane Abbott MP
Patron

Board of Trustees


Laurance O'Meara
Executive Chair

Selwyn Jones
Secretary

Sarah Rose
Trustee

Jamie Wake
Trustee

Andrew Adams
Trustee

Planning Committee

Management Team


~ Vacant Role ~
Chief Executive Officer

~ Vacant Role ~
Finance Administrator

~ Vacant Role ~
Administration Officer

~ Vacant Role ~
Community Liaison Officer

~ Vacant Role ~
Head of Member Services

Alex Walker
Head of Funding

Jessica Everest
Head of Festival Operations

Michael Russell
Head of Communications

Funding Team


Kane Evans
Sponsorship Executive

~ Vacant Role ~
Funding & Grants Officer

Peter Vaughan
Food & Beverage Administrator

~ Vacant Role ~
Market Place Manager

Festival Operations Team


Stephen Mabbs
Operations Assistant

Andrew Adams
Parade Director

Sarah Lawman
Entertainments Manager

Robert Otterwell
TBC

~ Vacant Role ~
Family Coordinator

Member Services Team (HR)


Tayla Brooks
Membership Administrator

Ashley Dashwood
Volunteer Coordinator

Communications Team


Natasha Bell
Advertising & Promotions Officer

Ross Barnard
Copywriter

Syd Moon
Head Photographer

Sam Whitehouse
Photographer

Beth Wright
TBC

Ad-Hoc Helpers


Lynn Tracy Durrant
Other
Sponsorships are a core foundation of Reading Pride's continued
success and we are pleased offer a diverse range of sponsorship
opportunities available to organisations big or small.

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