Jessica Kent - Arts Lead
Jessica has a background in arts project management previously working for over 15 years in education and community settings as a project manager and consultant. Within a health setting, she was Arts Manager for the Cancer Centre Arts Programme at the Birmingham's Queen Elizabeth Hospital. Jessica has worked for the Trust developing the arts programme since 2009 and as Arts Lead since 2011.
Owen Hurcombe - Digital and Communications Project Worker
Owen has worked in the arts for many years, including roles with Staffs County Council, Creative Health CIC, The Brewhouse Arts Centre and Derby QUAD. Owen is responsible for all aspects of marketing, publicity, communications and funding and joined the Trust in 2021.
Helen Wilson - Project Worker
Helen’s background is in dance and she has worked in the arts and learning sector for local authorities, theatres and health organisations. She has managed arts and cultural activities in the community and health sector and has worked at the Trust since 2012.
Lauren Crane - Project Worker
Lauren has a background in Fine Art, and has recently completed a Masters in Arts in Health. Lauren is a practicing artist that joined the Trust in 2024, and also works in various health settings that support engagement within the arts, including Designs in Mind and Horatio’s Garden.
Diana Buckle - Administrator
Diana has worked in wide variety of administrative roles including work for BBC Radio in London. She also plays and teaches music and really values the role of the arts in wellbeing. She has worked at the Trust since 2012.
