Trustees

St Michael’s board of trustees has extensive experience in children’s social services, law, finance, human resources, communications and the voluntary sector. Trustees share a profound commitment to St Michael’s Fellowship and unstinting dedication to our work with families.

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“It’s a privilege to contribute to such a vital cause…nurturing families and shaping futures.”

Sally Prentice – Chair 

  • Sally’s leadership roles include being the CEO of two large local charities, Carers Network and a Relate centre in south London. She has also worked for HM Treasury, The King’s Fund and Age UK London. Sally was a councillor in Lambeth for over 20 years.
  • As a Cabinet Member from 2006 to 2014, Sally held the portfolios for education and children’s services, environment, regeneration, and culture. Sally retired from politics in 2018.
  • She recently graduated with an MSc (Distinction) in Grantmaking, Philanthropy and Social Investment from the Centre for Charity Effectiveness, Bayes Business School at City, University of London.

Samantha da Soller – Treasurer

  • Samantha is a finance professional, certified accountant (CGMA, Fellow) with 30 years+ of experience in a wide range of sectors, including not-for-profit and private equity in the UK and abroad.
  • She is currently Deputy Director of Finance (Church Commissioners) and previously led the Finance and Operations team of 2 national charities (a policy institute and a grant-making trust).
  • Samantha has significant experience (in an executive and non-executive capacity) in creating companies, developing funding strategies and scaling-up, improving performance and delivering impact.

Juline Sinclair

  • A senior social worker, Juline has worked for local authorities in leading roles for child protection, probation, leaving care, children’s rights and safeguarding adult services.

Jasmine Assi

  • Jasmine has 18 years of experience in Financial Services, with her experience focusing on implementing organisational change.
  • She acts as a Governor for a Trust in West London, understanding safeguarding, acting as a ‘critical friend’ and driving fundraising activities.

 

Yasmin Garcia Stirling 

  • Yasmin is undertaking a PHD in Project Management and Construction sponsored by Vercity Group Asset Management.
  • She was drawn to the work of St Michael’s as she was a young teenage, single mother.
  • Yasmin is keen to bring together her research and analytical skills with her lived experience.

Jonathan Bannister 

  • Jonathan is our digital trustee. He is the founder of Make Happy, a creative facilitation and innovation consultancy.
  • Make Happy uses a range of creative problem-solving and facilitation techniques, including Lego Serious Play, Design Thinking and team building.

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After 36 years as Director and 51 years at St Michael’s Fellowship, Sue Pettigrew is retiring at the end of March 2025. "It has been an honour to lead this organisation, and I want to express my gratitude for the support you’ve provided throughout the years. Working...

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