Trustees
The Trustees are drawn from various backgrounds, but are a combination of people who are professionally familiar with the needs of young people, and know the voluntary and community sector, together with legal and financial advisors who give guidance on the management of the Trust's funds.
Fiona Wilson (Chair)Fiona Wilson trained as an Occupational Therapist working across several specialties. Fiona has a background both working in acute hospitals and in health and social care, and is currently Joint Director in the East Lothian Health and Social Care Partnership. She has a strong interest in supporting the outcomes for young people and is keen to use her experience to support the work of The Ponton Trust. |
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Johnny Allan
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Ian BoardmanIan was Director of LAYC (Lothian Association of Youth Clubs) for over 30 years and as a result has significant commitment to, and experience in, youth and children’s work across Edinburgh and beyond. Now retired, Ian continues to be involved in a range of voluntary work in his local community in Leith. Ian also shares a passion for the national football team and is a card-carrying member of the Tartan Army which produces as much pain as gains. |
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Hina HiraniHina is a qualified architect with 30 years of experience in sustainable design, community-led planning, and placemaking. She has won three major design awards and has presented her work at local, national, and international conferences. Driven by her passion for making a positive impact in disadvantaged communities, Hina has dedicated much of her time to charitable work and strategic partnerships. Her extensive experience in the voluntary sector ranges from helping individuals tackle mental health and well-being issues to serving on boards at a strategic level to identify fundable programs. Drawing insights from Church of Scotland communities, Hina currently works as a Creative Placemaking & Urban Design Officer at Angus Council to help make a positive difference in our local places. She has a particular interest in creating safe spaces and places for young people and children, particularly teenage girls within our society. Working with various local, national, and international organizations, Hina supports initiatives spanning health, education, social, and environmental causes for children, young people, and families. Her expertise in community-led planning and collaboration with stakeholders from all sectors make her a valuable addition to any charitable organization, including The Ponton Trust. |
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Lynsey KerrLynsey is a Partner in the Private Client team at Lindsays Solicitors in Edinburgh dealing with Wills, Powers of Attorney, Trusts (including Charitable Trusts) and the Administration of Estates. Lynsey is also a Governor of a local Edinburgh Hospice and a Trustee of another trust providing grants for people over the age of 60 in Scotland. |
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Toby RossToby Ross is a Partner in Baillie Gifford & Co, an investment management firm which he joined in 2006. Toby joined the Trust as a Trustee in 2020, and helps to oversee the Trust’s investment portfolio. |
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Secretary
David ReithDavid was a Partner at Lindsays Solicitors in Edinburgh for a number of years. An experienced charity lawyer David provided advice to a wide range of Scottish-based charities on such matters as governance, management and legal issues. Now retired, David continues to serve as a Trustee on a number of Scottish charitable trusts and is the main point of contact as Secretary of the Trust |
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