Meet the Team

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Bright Shadow’s Team

"Bright Shadow is made of two ingredients: its outstanding people and relentless creativity"

Clare – Creative Director & Chief Executive

Clare Thomas FRSA

Creative Director and Chief Executive
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Morgan Hanna

Project Manager
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Rebecca Truscott-Elves

Communications and Data Manager
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Jodie Elwin

Zest Medway Coordinator
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Steve Turner

Zest Whitstable Coordinator
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Marion Betts

Zest Deal Coordinator

Bright Shadow’s Board

“Where else can those with dementia and supporters regularly have the chance to try their hand at a range of creative activities with professionals, and discover new abilities and interests? Bright Shadow is unique and I am privileged to be a part of it”

Gill - Bright Shadow trustee

Sarah Hotham

Trustee
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Bernie Mayall

Chair Designate
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Alison Culverwell

Chair of Trustees
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Eddi Taylor

Treasurer
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Dawn Horne

Trustee
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Gill Ashington

Trustee

Gill Butchard

Trustee

Dr Rasa Mikelyte

Trustee
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Tracy Brunt

Trustee

Artists currently working with Bright Shadow

“The laughter was unbelievable. And when the stories that came out about childhood, about friendship: it was magical. The whole place came alive…”

Tina Carter - Bright Shadow artist

Bright Shadow supports and champions an ever-growing team of extraordinary artists who are inspired by collaborating with our participants.

Here are some of the people working with us at the moment:

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Edith Tankus

Artist
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David Leahy

Artist
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Lucy Stockton-Smith

Artist
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Becky Vincer

Artist