Find out more about our Board Members and Trustees...
Roger Causer, Chester Link’s Chairman.
Previous Experience
I have worked in the NHS for nearly 50 years in various roles including roles at a senior management level. My work in Internal Audit in the NHS has included a range of governance assignments. In more recent years I have worked as an accredited Local Counter Fraud Specialist supporting a number of NHS organisations in protecting valued public resources from fraud, bribery and corruption.
Chester Link Journey
Initially I joined the company as a trustee and then became the Treasurer, following this a number of years ago I took over the role of Company Chairman.
I lead a small group of committed and enthusiastic voluntary trustees. Who oversee the smooth running of our organisation and ensure we deliver a quality service to our service users.
Karen Robertson, Chester Links Secretary
Previous Experience
Professionally i’m a qualified Engineer (MEng) with a Masters in Economics and Management. Over my career i have banked 20 years of commercial and business development experience, working with a wide range of private and public sector organisations. I bring commercial awareness and analytical skills to business decisions with strategic planning and assessing opportunities for growth.
Chester Link Journey
I’ve been involved in Chester Link since its formation and had a position on the Board since 2011, and i also act as Company Secretary.
I’m very committed to the success of Chester Link and its focus on independent person centered care with my sister who has benefited greatly as service user since the opening of the first house in 1999.
Anna Maclese, Chief Officer and Registered Manager
Previous Experience
My background is in primary education and a range of social care settings including supporting young people living in care and being Deputy Manager of a residential home for older people. I owned a ‘Kumon Maths’ franchise for seven years and specialised in developing the literacy and numeracy skills of struggling and disillusioned students.
I have achieved an honours degree in English and Psychology, Post Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) and am qualified in Leadership and Management, Voluntary Sector Management and Mentoring.
Chester Link Journey
I have worked for Chester Link since 2002, initially as a Support Worker, Senior Support Worker, Team Leader and have been the Service Manager and Chief Officer since 2012.
I really enjoy the challenges and variety of the Chief Officer role and am passionate about leading the staff teams to provide the best support and housing for our service users to enable them to develop their skills and independence, and experience new and interesting opportunities in their lives.
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