A Bit About Ellis

Ellis brings over 20 years of leadership experience in the UK and internationally. Their journey began in youth groups, becoming chair of a charity at 21. They later worked as CEO of an educational charity in Scotland and delivered youth programmes in Sudan and Pakistan with the Department for International Development. Ellis is also a trainee psychotherapist working with the trans community in Glasgow and continues to volunteer within LGBTQ+ spaces.

They're passionate about tackling inequality, with a specific interest in social justice, education and LGBTQ+ rights. They bring an inclusive, energetic, community-based, and ambitious approach to everything they do. They're comfortable in the uncomfortable and specialise in holding space to facilitate those difficult but essential conversations that are needed for growth, learning and change. They are constantly developing their anti-oppressive practice, improving their awareness and the awareness of those they work with. They have 20 years of experience across the voluntary and public sector. They bring people together to create a supportive and inclusive organisational culture, working across diverse teams in challenging environments.

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Ellis' skills and experiences

Facilitator

Ellis has been facilitating spaces since she was a patrol leader with Girlguiding when they were young. Ellis facilitating style focuses on holding spaces and bringing attention to what is marginalised both internally and by society.

Leader and strategic thinker

Ellis's experience as a CEO and civil servant enables them to understand the needs of organisational clients, from writing a new strategy to developing equality policies. They are experienced in supporting and managing teams and inspiring people to achieve their best

Awareness

Ellis is aware and understanding. Their psychotherapy training enables them to connect to and support people. They are able to bring this to bring the right tone to every setting, from celebrating a wedding to honoring someone's life, to supporting people to be their authentic selves.

What people have said about working with Ellis

Ellis took on an interim role at the British Youth Council to manage a period of significant transition including a changeover of Chief Executive. Thanks to Ellis' focus on change management and leadership, they successfully managed this period, holding the team and keeping the work moving. They also brought their innovation and insight to the role, helping the team to think differently and collaborate on projects.