Jonathan Clark

Chair of Trustees

“I support Motiv8 so that we can give youth a voice and help them face life’s challenges as we work together towards a more positive future”

Jonathan has had a career as an insurance claims professional working at major loss adjusting firms, the Financial Services Compensation Scheme and for Global Reinsurer SCOR.

He has dealt with claims and the resolution of major disasters in more than 60 countries and has worked with many of the world’s largest corporations on their claims programmes. He has designed and implemented claims compensation schemes for governmental bodies and major corporations. His focus has been on making sure that businesses and communities recover as rapidly and effectively as possible after disaster.

He is past President and Treasurer of the Chartered Insurance Institute where he has also been the Interim CEO. He has been an active lecturer and trainer with a focus on disaster management, customer service and the development of future talent. He is a consultant to a US based NGO and a trustee of several charities with a focus on serving the local community. These include being Treasurer of Oxmarket Centre of Arts, Chair of Chichester Canal Trading and trustee of Tuppeny Barn. Jonathan holds degrees in Biochemistry and Biochemical Engineering and is an active sailor.

Paul New

Treasurer and Chair of Finance and Risk Sub-Committee

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Paul joined the Motiv8 Trustee board in Summer 2025

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Caroline Poppleton

Chair of Fundraising and Communications Sub Group

“I am keen to help young people reach their potential, despite the challenges they may face along the way.”

Caroline currently works in Insurance services and has has 28 years experience in the sales and financial services sector. Caroline has joined the Motiv8 Trustee Board in 2023.

Sandi Davis

Chair of Operations and People Sub Group

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Professor Mark Button

Trustee

“I support Motiv8 because I believe it does amazing work supporting young people from challenging backgrounds in South East Hampshire to create positive life changing opportunities that benefit us all”

Professor Mark Button is Reader and Director of the Centre for Counter Fraud at the University of Portsmouth. Mark teaches on various courses within the Institute of Criminal Justice Studies and has written several publications based on this area. Mark was Chair of the Motiv8 Trustee board from May 2002 to November 2017.

Richard John

Safeguarding Trustee

“I have been a supporter of Motiv8 for a number of years, on retirement I wanted to go a step further and add value and support to all Motiv8 do in making a positive difference to young people’s lives”

Richard is currently a lecturer at the University of Portsmouth teaching a variety courses in criminology, criminal Justice and research methods at both Post and Under -graduate level. Prior to this, Richard was a lecturer at Solent University within the Law and Criminology department for 3 years.

Richard is the current Chair of the Portsmouth Commission Safeguarding Board for the Portsmouth Catholic Diocese and was the Chair for the Portsmouth Local Safeguarding Children Board and interim Chair for the Portsmouth Adult Safeguarding Board, responsible for the independent scrutiny and review of child and Adult safeguarding in Portsmouth.

Richard was a former senior police officer with both operational and strategic executive experience in a variety of roles that included head of public protection (adult and children) and strategic partnerships for Hampshire Constabulary. Richard has delivered safeguarding management training to schools, commercial sector and the charity sector. Richard’s research interests include safeguarding (children and adults), stop and search, racial justice and drugs.

Beverly Coghlan

EDI Trustee

“I support Motiv8 because I believe that all children and young people should have an equal start in life, with access to good education, well-being support and life-enhancing activities. Motiv8 steps in when
families and local services are unable to help and I am pleased to be able to contribute to its work”

Beverly is a trauma therapist, specialising in developmental trauma. This has led her to see first hand the devastating consequences of individuals who have experienced an unhappy, chaotic or abusive childhood. Beverly has delivered in this field for over a decade and is qualified in Psychological Intervention and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy. Beverly has joined the Motiv8 Trustee Board in 2023.

Ruth Cole

Trustee

“It is a privilege to support Motiv8 as a Trustee. I have always been extremely impressed with their commitment to young people, their families, the community and the positive impact they have on their lives”

Ruth has dedicated over 25 years within the field of further education, with a steadfast commitment to supporting and empowering young people to achieve their full potential. A qualified teacher, Ruth possesses a deep-seated passion for equipping young people with the skills and abilities necessary to thrive both personally and professionally.

In addition to teaching,  Ruth is a qualified careers advisor, providing invaluable guidance to young individuals as they navigate their future career paths. As a Designated Safeguarding Lead, Ruth has the knowledge to support the safety and well-being of young people, fostering a secure and nurturing environment.

Residing locally, Ruth has an comprehensive understanding of the community’s needs and has worked as a professional in partnership with Motiv8 for many years. With a career marked by dedication and  positive impact on the lives of countless young people, Ruth is using her Trustee role at Motiv8 to continue to support young people.

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Natalie Woodford

Trustee

“I am honoured and delighted to support Motiv8 as a Trustee. Motiv8 has a very special place in my heart, as it is where I first saw how vital the communities that work with young people are. Motiv8 is particularly wonderful and unique in how it works with young people collaboratively, so they can achieve their best outcomes. I look forward to bringing my experience and understanding of the ever-growing complexity of difficulties that young people face, to support Motiv8 to further develop.”

Natalie currently works as a Mental Health Practitioner for CAMHS. She has been a registered Social Worker with Social Work England since 2022 and previously worked as a Court and Locality Social Worker supporting vulnerable children and families in Manchester. Before training as a Social Worker, Natalie worked as a Youth Support Worker for Motiv8 in Gosport where she developed her interest in supporting vulnerable young people.

Leanne Gelder

Trustee

“I am so excited to be joining Motiv8 as a Trustee. I have been aware of the amazing work Motiv8 do in supporting young people for a number of years. I really want to help the organisation continue to thrive and provide such life changing support for the young people it serves.”

Leanne joined the Motiv8 Trustee Board in summer 2025.

Head of Quality Transformation, NHSE Leanne is a registered mental health nurse working for the NHS England national team and leading on reducing restrictive practice and culture change across mental health, learning disability and autism inpatient services. Leanne’s clinical background includes over 20 years’ experience in leadership and operational roles across both inpatient and community mental health settings with most of her career being focused on supporting children and young people experiencing mental health difficulties.

Leanne am passionate about trusting relationships being the key ingredient to improving outcomes for people using services.

Lawrence Flynn

Trustee

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Lawrence joined the Motiv8 Trustee Board in summer 2025

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Jade Burgess

Trustee

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Jade joined the Motiv8 Trustee Board in summer 2025

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