Romeo Effs Chairman Expand Romeo Effs Romeo brings a wealth of knowledge and experience as a serial entrepreneur, C-Suite Executive, Board Strategy Advisor, Startup founder; Leadership Coach, NED, International Speaker and Hollywood Producer. Romeo's experience lends itself to a variety of both strategic and practical capabilities in both the private and public sectors globally - including Chairman of numerous companies and international charities, and a leadership advisor in both public and private sector enterprises. Romeo is strategic as well as practical, and his capabilities include large-scale organisational change projects, public/private collaborations, corporate governance, sustainability and organisation culture competencies, which he has developed at both the international industry and individual enterprise levels. Romeo is a published author and has very broad experience and publications in leadership, personal development, business growth, governance and performance improvement. Romeo is also a lecturer in the Business School at London South Bank University and enjoys research. He has a passion for social justice, and is an advocate of Inclusion in Business and an HIV activist. Romeo's passion for giving back and his drive to make an impact are the forces behind his decision to join the Wandsworth Oasis family. "I'm on a mission to make an impact in the world by influencing the next generation in various capacity and adding value to society. A narrative that promotes added value, growth and sustainability in society."
Gill Perkins Chief Executive and driving force behind, well, everything... Expand Gill Perkins In 2011 after 20+ years in corporate sales and marketing I needed a new challenge. I was offered the role of CEO at Wandsworth Oasis. I justified the significant cut in salary to my husband by the fact that I would be working shorter hours and would be home to cook his dinner every night! Six years later it still hasn’t happened! Why? Well, behind every HIV diagnosis there is a vulnerable individual. If we can stop just one new diagnosis, our work makes sense. So, supported by a great team of highly committed, slightly mad charity shop junkies and thanks to some amazing donors we open up our shops every day and sell, sell, sell. It’s hard work, but I wouldn’t swap if for the world." Behind every HIV diagnosis there is a vulnerable individual. If we can stop just one new diagnosis, our work makes sense.
Leonie Cooper Trustee Expand Leonie Cooper Leonie Cooper AM was elected to the London Assembly in May 2016. Since then, she has lead for Labour on the Environment, including chairing the Assembly’s Environment Committee. Under her leadership, the Committee has produced reports with recommendations on how to reduce single-use plastic bottle waste in London, how to tackle Londoners’ fuel poverty, how London’s parks and open spaces can be maintained despite budget cuts, and on how to promote the circular economy. She produced her own report for the Assembly Housing Committee on biodiversity in new housing developments. Prior to her election in May 2016, Leonie worked in the field of environmental sustainability and campaigned on air quality - an issue she has continued to work on since being elected
Neil Joubert Treasurer Expand Neil Joubert "I'm proud to be part of Wandsworth Oasis! As a finance geek at heart, I've built up my analytic experience working for Nestle, Samsung and TK Maxx. With all the progress made in fighting HIV, it's no surprise that education, awareness and support has been the cornerstone of this. Whether it's your time, second hand goods or emotional support for someone affected in your community - your contribution changes lives."
Richard Aldridge Trustee Expand Richard Aldridge "I was once a classically trained Chef, became a Trustee in 2011 but had worked as a volunteer for Wandsworth Oasis for many years before. Having been diagnosed for 30yrs, I can really sees the difference that Oasis achieves."
Bruce Black Trustee Expand Bruce Black "I have working on print and digital publishing for far longer than I care to remember. Currently I work with Google's platforms, ensuring that organisations such as Wandsworth Oasis appear prominently on the search pages. Challenging but good fun. "I joined the board of trustees in 2017 and bring a set of communication skills that I hope helps Wandsworth Oasis get its message out to the widest possible public. I think that we are getting there..."
Steve Pinto Trustee Expand Steve Pinto "Having worked within the Wandsworth Chamber of Commerce for the past 15 years on a voluntary basis, I have now taken on the role as CEO and help to move our Chamber to new levels of professionalism, offering an unrivalled local network of contacts and business advice and support to local businesses. "My aim as a Trustee of Wandsworth Oasis is to help the charity to grow by enabling connections with more businesses in Wandsworth borough and promoting an active and integrated partnership approach."
Jason Rosam Trustee Expand Jason Rosam "I'm a radio presenter and journalist currently working for BBC Radio London. If that wasnt enough, I'm also the founder and director of local community radio station Wandsworth Radio which supports hundreds of volunteers to produce local news and entertainment programmes highlighting the work and people of the borough. "I became a trustee when Wandsworth Oasis gave the radio station a home above one of the charity shops in Battersea Park Road."
Chris Woolls Trustee Expand Chris Woolls I’ve worked in prevention and now support for older people with HIV for about 20 years now – so when Oasis asked if I fancied joining the Board to add HIV knowledge I jumped at the idea. I love the fact that they raise so much money, work with so many volunteers, and are so grounded in the community. Pretty inspirational stuff!