Trustees

Lisa Climie was a co-founder of Focus¹² in 1997. In 1999 she moved into strategic work in Drug Action Teams in both London and Suffolk in roles ranging from DAAT Co-ordinator to Commissioner and Project Manager.  She currently works for Local Government in Adult Services as a Commissioner.  She brings expertise and experience of many years working in the substance misuse field as well as broader knowledge of the world of commissioning and tendering.  

Now back at Focus¹² as a Trustee she still holds a firm commitment to Focus¹²’s original pledge to never turning anyone away who wants help and to ensure all clients receive respectful treatment.

Peter Cowley is chair of Focus¹² and has been involved as a charitable trustee for over a decade – being involved with Citizens Advice service since 1998 with various roles as chair and treasurer of bureaux and chair of the Eastern Regional Committee.  Peter is also a director of a Cambridge University graduate society, an independent school and a Contract Bridge centre.

Commercially, he has a technology background and owns companies in electronics and construction.  Peter has several angel investments in technology companies. In his spare time, Peter plays bridge and squash and enjoys fell-walking, skiing and travelling.

Phil Goodwin is a local businessman who has been involved with Focus¹² for many years through his work with the annual car rally. He has been actively involved in fund raising for other charities within the area, and brings both business and fund raising expertise.

Richard Fitzsimons was a client at Focus¹² over 5 years ago. He was originally asked to be involved because of his Chairmanship of the Focus¹² User Group. He brings not only a commitment to the purposes and aims of the charity, but also a unique understanding of the way in which the charity's programme is delivered. He is Treasurer of the charity and has weekly finance meetings with the Chief Executive.