Welcome Tina Ashley, A New Trustee

We are delighted to welcome Tina to the board and our Brightwell Community.

Tina has kindly written a short bio to introduce herself.

My name is Tina Ashley. I first became aware of The Brightwell Centre as I was keen to build and form a relationship with a local charity within my role as a solicitor. I wanted to work with The Brightwell Centre because it is a small charity trying to achieve big things, and it is a charity supporting people with neurological conditions. When I met Caz and Doro earlier this year, it was great to see that the Brightwell Centre is bringing together a community and in doing so, makes things less isolating for those who live with neurological conditions. I wanted to know more and become part of it.

I am a Senior Associate Solicitor at Davies and Partners Solicitors, specialising in medical negligence. I primarily represent clients who have experienced neurological injuries, which aligns closely with the mission of The Brightwell.

I was born in Bristol, and for a short while moved to Northampton to study my degree, and then lived in Leeds for 2 years whilst I completed my training contract to become a solicitor. I moved back to Bristol on qualifying – and now work in Bradley Stoke, just a stone’s throw from the Brightwell Centre.

I am mum to a young child, a beloved dog and a cat. In my spare time, I love spending time with my husband, daughter and dog, which will usually involve a beach and a dog walk. I also love travelling whenever possible and trying out new restaurants. Recently, I have taken up golf, and I am enjoying the challenge of learning a new skill.

Tina was co-opted as a Trustee at our July meeting, and we will be officially appointed at the next AGM.

Welcome Tina!