Our Leadership team
Driven by purpose
Now! is powered by a diverse range of experiences which ensure we maximise our impact. Our team is committed to improving social mobility, believing in a culture where new ideas breed fresh thoughts in our fight against inequalities and climate change.
Manon Brun - Chief Executive Officer
With years of experience in the charity sector, working for major retailers such as Oxfam and Blue Cross, Manon joined our leadership team as Chief Executive Officer in May 2023.
“ When I first arrived in the UK, I decided to dedicate my career to fighting inequalities and climate change; I am excited to join this wonderful charity and help our community as well as the planet.”
Gordon Sims - Chairman
Gordon has 28 years management experience, including 8 years as a Senior Manager. Gordon has been an independent HR and training consultant helping businesses improve through people for over 13 years. Gordon is also a former Chair of a not for profit housing management company, and is currently Vice-Chair of governors at Seaford Head Academy.
Gordon joined the Now! board in March 2015. In February 2019, Gordon replaced long serving Chairman, Phil Ashford as head of the board.
Sarah Hinks - Vice-Chair
"As a Trustee I am proud to have a part in supporting a cause I believe in, with a charity that aims to improve futures for individuals and our communities. I care greatly about helping this great organisation reach it's potential."
Joined the board in March 2019
Neil Whines
Neil is a Chartered Accountant specialising in the support of small businesses. He was the part-time Finance Director of St Wilfrid's Hospice (Eastbourne) for 10 years. Neil is Chair of the Finance & HR Sub-Committee and joined the board in September 2019
David Carter
David is the current Group Operations Director at World of Books, a leading global seller of used books online to millions of customers; directly, through third party platforms and wholesale partners. A logistics and supply chain specialist, David has previously held roles at Burberry, Logica, Paragon and UPS. Joined the board in June 2021.
Caroline Cutress
Caroline has over 25 years strategic marketing experience spanning all aspects of brand development; including innovation and international development projects. Joined the board in September 2019.
Nigel Gossedge
Nigel has worked in financial services for many years and provided broad based advice, mainly to directors, professionals and retired clients helping them with practical solutions to the financial issues that concern them most. Joined the board in February 2019.
Paul Powici
“On leaving full-time employment I developed a variety of paid and voluntary interests. I have held positions as a Chair of Fitness to Practice regulatory panels, as a Magistrate, and several Board appointments. In my career I was a senior manager at the Housing Corporation and in several local authorities. I have a particular interest in, and experience of, risk management and policy development”. Joined the board in April 2023.