Gary Jacobs, Executive Director of Groundwork Thames Valley. Gary joined GTV in 2007 after a successful career in the water industry, where he gained extensive experience in operations and customer service.  He became GTV's Executive Director in July 2008 and now manages all core Trust activities.  Before joining GTV he was Board Member in Groundwork SE London for several years, taking over as Chair in 2006 and leading the merger of Groundwork South East with other London Trusts.

Outside work, his interests include golf, theatre and holidays in the sun.

Lou Kizwini, Regional Director of Groundwork Thames Valley.
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Tim Knight,  Director of Development & Innovation. Tim has a degree in environmental science, a masters in applied hydrobiology and 10 years experience of environmental regulation, pollution control and impact assessment. He is responsible for specialist staff who deliver a range of programmes in social and environmental regeneration. Tim is an independent board member for Slough People First.

Outside work his interests include film, music and the outdoors.

Andrea McCubbin, Development Director, Blue Sky .  With an MSc in Geographical Information Systems, Andrea has over 10 years experience in the public and private sectors. Before joining Groundwork in April 2006, she worked for CACI and for the Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead. Andrea's interest in the analysis of crime datasets led her to become General Manager of Blue Sky in January 2007. She has responsibility for the development of commercial revenues, relationships with contractors, local authorities and funders, and for the operational management of the teams.

Outside work, her interests include music and tennis.

Ian Long, Programme Manager, Learning Services and West London Floating Classroom (WLFC).  Ian and his team manage WLFC Ltd, a subsidiary charity of GTV. WLFC operates an electric barge along the Grand Union Canal; it offers environmental education to schools and community groups and commercial opportunities to local businesses and groups.

Outside work his interests are in boats (canal, sailing, motor and rowing).

Paul Upward, Principal Landscape Architect  With experience in the private sector for Mott MacDonald and with 10 years working within the Groundwork Federation, Paul is responsible for Groundwork Thames Valley landscape architectural projects. He supports GTVin its delivery of innovative, creative and sustainable projects across the Thames Valley Region.

Outside work, his interests include photography, badminton and natural history.

Stewart Pomeroy, Colne Valley Park Manager. Stewart leads the Colne Valley Park team, working on wildlife, recreation, access, landscape and education projects. He works with many external partners to maximise their contributions to the Colne Valley Park in terms of development and funding. 

Outside work his interests include music (playing trumpet and bass), Norwich City FC and family.

Barry Watson,  Project Officer for Healing Gardens and Schools Gardens Projects. Barry enjoys the variety of his job and its opportunities to share his love of gardening by encouraging other people.  He has worked in conservation for eighteen years.

Outside work his interests include folk music, dancing and family.

Helen Coppock, Human Resources & Business Support Manager, Chartered MCIPD. Helen joined the Trust in 1999. She is an HR generalist and is responsible for all systems, policies and procedures covering personnel, office and volunteer management.  Helen has taken the Trust through a period of change during her time here, successfully leading on and achieving the Investors in People accreditation and the environmental management standard BS 8555. 

Outside work her interests include yoga and family.