The People Behind HEART
HEART is run entirely by volunteers who give their time and energy to make our events happen and support our community.
Our trustees bring diverse skills and experiences, united by a shared commitment to Helensburgh and Lomond. From event planning to financial management, marketing to community engagement, each trustee contributes something unique.
Henry Boswell
Trustee
Holli Carden
Trustee
Holli volunteered for her first Beer & Gin Festival as part of the local netball club in 2023. From then she joined the team as the organisation transitioned into Helensburgh Events and Reinvestment Trust, becoming one of the founding members. Holli is a microbiologist who spends her free time playing netball or helping with HEART’s next event.
Ross Donaldson
Trustee
Andrew Duncan
Trustee
Andrew joined Helensburgh Round Table in 2014 when he first moved to the area, and was part of the team that helped establish HEART when the group evolved into its current form. A fintech entrepreneur by trade, he now serves as Treasurer and coordinates our flagship Beer & Gin Festival. Andrew is settled in Helensburgh with his family and spends his free time exploring Scotland's outdoors, whether hiking, camping, or kayaking.
Rhona Hamilton
Trustee
Mickael Paris
Trustee
Oliver Pritchard
Trustee
Jonathan Stanton
Trustee
I am one of the founding members of HEART after 10 years as a member of Helensburgh & District Round Table, which was succeeded by HEART. I've been a train driver based at Helensburgh Central since it reopened as a depot in 2003. I also have a role as a volunteer driver for the Glasgow Children's Hospital Charity
Alison Sturgeon
Trustee
After seven years at the Helensburgh Cancer Research UK shop and three years as Community Champion at Morrisons Helensburgh, community support, organising events and fundraising aren’t just roles to me — they’re my passion.
Philip Sumner
Trustee
Vicki Sumner
Trustee
Stephanie Thomas
Trustee
Jamie Lee Ward
Trustee
Jamie Lee joined Helensburgh HEART in 2026, following moving to neighbouring village Rhu in 2023 and being a regular attendee at HEART events. With over 10 years of experience in Partnership management, project management and marketing, she is excited by using these skills to support the local community.
David Wilkie
Trustee
Dave joined HEART at it's inception in 2024 and has been an active trustee ever since, organising and volunteering at events throughout the year. His day job is IT, but you'll reliably find him behind the craft beer bar at the annual Beer & Gin Festival.
Become a Volunteer
Beyond our trustees, HEART relies on an amazing team of volunteers who help at our events. From serving drinks to setting up venues, there are lots of ways to get involved.
Volunteering is a great way to meet people, gain experience, and give back to your community. Plus, you get to be part of some fantastic events!
100+ Volunteers
have helped at our events since 2021
Accountability & Transparency
As a registered charity, we're committed to operating with full transparency. View our constitution, policies, and annual reports.
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