Guiding the future of SCB
Our trustees volunteer their time and experience to help SCB continue creating opportunities, inclusion and meaningful support
Meet Our Trustees
Adam Mellor
Chair of the Board of Trustees
I was delighted to be appointed as Chair of Trustees in 2024 and am incredibly excited about the future of SCB. My connection to the charity is deeply personal, having grown up around SCB through my uncle Ian, who attended the service for nearly 20 years. My family has supported SCB since its early days, with my father serving as one of the original trustees and our family helping with fundraising and community support over many years.
Professionally, I have worked in the care sector since 2007, managing and supporting a range of care services. I currently work as a Global Professional Instructor at CPI, specialising in de-escalation training. Through this experience, I have developed a strong understanding of leadership, person-centred support and creating positive environments where people can thrive.
As Chair of Trustees, I am passionate about supporting SCB’s continued growth and helping ensure the charity remains a welcoming, ambitious and inclusive place for the people we support. I am proud to play a role in shaping the future of the organisation and supporting the incredible work carried out by the staff and trainees every day.
Outside of work, I enjoy sports, travelling and spending time with my rescue dog, Gizmo, and my cat, Lila.
Jane Beeston
Trustee
I joined the Board of Trustees after being encouraged to bring a fresh perspective to the charity and support the important work SCB carries out within the local community. Having been closely connected with SCB for more than 25 years through our family business, Crewe Orlando, I have seen first-hand the positive impact the charity has on the lives of the people it supports.
Professionally, I bring experience from both business ownership and education, which allows me to contribute a balanced perspective to the board. I enjoy supporting discussions around development, community engagement and ensuring SCB continues to provide meaningful opportunities in a supportive and inclusive environment.
As a trustee, I value being part of an organisation that genuinely changes lives and helps individuals grow in confidence, independence and social connection. I also enjoy being part of a board where new ideas and open discussion are encouraged, helping SCB continue to evolve and strengthen for the future.
Outside of my trustee role, I enjoy reading, walking my dog and spending time with my daughters.
Anne Xiourouppa
Trustee
I became a trustee at SCB after seeing first-hand the positive impact the charity had on the life of a family friend. Witnessing the structure, social opportunities and sense of belonging SCB provided inspired me to become more involved and support the organisation’s future development.
Since 2015, I have connected with many trainees and their families and have seen the difference SCB makes in helping individuals feel valued, included and supported within a safe and respectful environment. I am passionate about ensuring people with additional needs are given meaningful opportunities and are treated with dignity and understanding.
Professionally, I work as a local businessperson and accountant, bringing financial knowledge, organisational skills and community connections to my role as a trustee. I enjoy using these skills to support the ongoing growth of SCB and help strengthen its relationships within the local area.
As a trustee, I care deeply about supporting people who can often feel marginalised by society and I am proud to contribute towards an organisation that has such a positive impact on so many lives.
Outside of SCB, I live in Crewe with my spouse and have two adult daughters. I enjoy walking my dog in the countryside and have been a long-time supporter and season ticket holder at Crewe Alexandra Football Club.
Glyn Withenshaw
Trustee
I was inspired to become a trustee at SCB after seeing first-hand the positive impact the charity had on my son, who has attended SCB for more than 10 years. Watching individuals develop confidence, independence and social connections through attending the service showed me just how valuable SCB is to local families and the wider community.
I became a trustee in 2020 and have since enjoyed supporting the charity as it continues to grow and develop. I value being part of a close and committed trustee team that works collaboratively, meets regularly and shares a genuine passion for improving opportunities for people with disabilities.
Before retiring, I worked for more than 30 years as a Purchasing Manager within the food industry. Through this role, I developed strong organisational, communication and problem-solving skills, which I now bring to my role as a trustee.
Alongside my work with SCB, I am also a member of the Cheshire East Learning Disability Partnership Board, helping to connect with local organisations and key people to improve opportunities and outcomes for individuals with additional needs.
Outside of SCB, I enjoy attending Everton football matches as a season ticket holder and spending time playing golf during the summer months.
Keith Mucklow
Trustee
I became a trustee at SCB in 2024 after working closely with the charity for more than 18 years through my business, Perfection Beauty Brands Ltd. Over that time, I developed a strong admiration for the work SCB carries out and the positive impact it has on the lives of trainees and their families.
Having recently retired, I felt it was the right time to become more involved and support an organisation I have long respected. Through both my business experience and long-standing connection with SCB, I have built strong relationships with many trainees and staff and have seen first-hand the confidence and skills individuals can develop within a supportive environment.
Professionally, my background includes experience in sales, stock control and logistics. I hope to use these skills to help SCB continue to grow, strengthen its operations and provide the best possible opportunities and support for the people who attend the charity.
As a trustee, I am proud to support an organisation that genuinely makes a difference within the local community and helps individuals feel valued, included and capable of achieving more.
Outside of SCB, I enjoy reading, golf, rugby, live music and keeping fit. I am also a Coventry City supporter and regularly travel to Sheffield to support my daughter, who captains Sheffield Tigers Women’s Rugby Club. A fun fact about me is that I once scored a goal at the old Wembley Stadium during a charity match before it was rebuilt.
Helen Calvert
Trustee
I became a trustee at SCB in 2024, motivated by my passion for supporting individuals with learning disabilities and helping organisations create safe, supportive and inclusive environments where people can thrive.
I have more than 25 years of experience as a learning disability nurse and have spent the past 15 years working as a Global Professional Instructor at CPI. In this role, I train care and education professionals in de-escalation skills and non-restrictive support techniques. Throughout my career, I have been committed to promoting dignity, understanding and positive approaches to support.
As a trustee, I hope to contribute both my professional knowledge and my passion for person-centred care to help SCB continue to grow and develop. I value being part of a supportive and collaborative trustee board that works together to ensure the charity continues to provide meaningful opportunities for the people it supports.
I am passionate about helping SCB build on its strong foundations and continue making a positive difference within the local community for many years to come.
Outside of my trustee duties, I enjoy spending time with my family and grandchildren, walking in nature, reading and following sports, particularly football and rugby. I also enjoy knitting in my spare time and I remain a loyal Manchester United supporter.
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