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Managers Profiles

Senior Management Team:

John Brewer, Chief Executive

John has over 20 years experience in training and employment creation in areas such as Walsall, Birmingham and Liverpool. John was involved in setting up Steps to Work in 1999 and has been with the company ever since.

Sue Brookes, Administration and Finance Manager

Sue has more than 20 years experience in both the private and public sector, including a wide range of Government-funded programmes. Sue is an original member of the Steps to Work team and has been with the company since 1999. She is responsible for production of the charity accounts, all financial claims and general administration of grants.

Anne Ruddy, Senior Manager (Wolverhampton)

Anne has over 13 years experience as a Project Co-coordinator/Manager for various training and economic regeneration projects across the region. Anne is an expert at dealing with different types of funding streams.

Trevor Codner, Senior Manager (Walsall)

Trevor is highly experienced in Jobcentre Plus processes having previously worked in the industry for 15 years and an advisor to Senior Advisor then Management level. He has extensive knowledge of the New Deal process and government funded support programmes to tackle worklessness. He also has strong community links and works with local groups and employers.

Crystina Woolley, Business Continuity and Information Compliance Manager

Crystina is an Education and Training Studies graduate with over 12 years experience of working with a wide range of Government-funded programmes. Crystina has been involved with Steps to Work from the beginning and has undertaken a wide range of roles during her time with us. As Management Information Manager, Crystina oversees the web based MI system and the compliance of Security and Contract Partners.

Dave Jones, Health & Safety & Facilities Officer

Dave is N.E.B.O.S.H qualified and has worked in Health and Safety for seven years. Dave is responsible for Health & Safety at six Steps to Work premises and is also responsible for carrying out risk assessments prior to clients going onto placements. Dave has vast experience and knowledge across a broad spectrum of industries. Dave also looks after facilities management at all STW sites and is currently working towards the companies ISO 14001 Environmental Business Management Accreditation.

Katie Sohal, Marketing Officer

Katie has been working for Steps to Work since 2008 and is responsible for the company’s Marketing and Communications. Katie co-ordinates the companies communications; such as, ‘Insight’ the Steps to Work newsletter, website, events management, media and PR. Katie is working towards her CIM Professional Diploma in Marketing.

Raj Sarai, Personnel Officer

Raj Sarai has 10 years experience in Personnel and Training and has been a Personnel Officer at Steps to Work since 2002. She has gained Chartered Status of the CIPD and has gained a Masters in Employment Law. Raj recently worked towards the companies Investors in People Gold Accreditation in 2010.