Our Team
KnownValuedLoved is a team of passionate professionals who are dedicated to ensuring accessible and quality educational opportunities for all. With an unwavering commitment to advancing educational equity, our team is committed to making a difference in the lives of students and their families.
Founder & CEO
ANDY BALL
Andy has worked in education for 17 years. His specialist areas are special educational needs, inclusion and behaviour. Andy has always had a heart for education and the Middle East and he says that the opportunity to lead this charity is a dream come true. He fully believes in our strap line 'Restoration through Education' and is so excited about seeing this come to life. Andy thinks he is a comedy genius and he certainly keeps us amused! When not working for KnownValuedLoved Andy loves to spend time with his family. We love Andy's commitment to ensuring others feel Known, Valued and Loved!
Executive Assistant
Suzanne Lloyd
Having worked in Education for over 15 years I have a passion for ensuring that children access the Education that they deserve. I am thrilled to be working with KnownValuedLoved and helping to assist in their vision and goals to help children around the world access Education that we take for granted within the UK.
My role is supporting the back office, ensuring that many tasks run smoothly. This is a very varied role but involves monitoring donations, looking after all HR and finance elements, as well as supporting the CEO with multiple tasks. I am so blessed to work with such an amazing team of staff, volunteers and trustees.
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Education Development Lead
Janet Stott
My career in education started 25 years ago after completing my PGCE at the Institute of Education. Since then I have had the privilege of living, teaching and studying on three different continents, gathering a greater understanding of different school systems, curriculums, cultures and philosophies. As the Education Development Officer for KnownValuedLoved, I am proud to be part of an incredible team, working to ensure that every child is given the opportunity to access quality education in a safe, secure and loving environment. My role involves developing educational resources and teaching materials to support the development of leaders and teachers in our partner schools and creating long-term, sustainable education solutions.
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Communications & Marketing Officer
Jasminder Odusanya
I have been a big fan of KnownValuedLoved since it was simply a dream of Andy's. I remember how passionate and eager he was to make a positive impact on youth in conflict situations through education. Three years later, I am truly honoured to be part of the small but mighty team. The difference KVL is making for education programmes around the world is incredibly overwhelming, and I get to be a part of it! WOW!
Over the past few years, I have helped various organisations and companies achieve their well-deserved glow up, and now it's KnownValuedLoved's turn.
Education Development Support
Georgia Hanson-Kay
I am currently in my final year of studies at Sheffield Hallam University. I was given a placement opportunity by Andy at KnownValuedLoved and I very quickly became passionate about the work this charity does. At the end of my placement, I chose to continue volunteering with KVL, I am very grateful to be given the opportunity to be a part of a team who strives to ensure every child has access to an education. A key part of my role is to help with the development of educational resources.
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Our Trustees
Chair of Trustees
MATT
Matt works in global software sales and has a background in business management and recruitment. He is really important in helping to shape our team and growing our fundraising efforts. Matt tells us he turned down the life of a professional musician in the hope of becoming a cricketer! We are making good use of him while he awaits the call....! Matt is passionate about social justice and equipping young people to reach their potential. We love Matt's calm and generous nature!
Trustee
Dr Alex Nicholson
Alex is a former practising solicitor, and is now an Associate Professor in Law at the University of Leeds. He has an Executive MBA and brings to the role a wealth of leadership and board experience, gained across a range of educational settings. He believes passionately in the transformative power of education, and is committed to ensuring that the reach and impact of KnownValuedLoved’s work continues to grow. Alex lives in a small, North Yorkshire village with his wife and two children. When he is not working, he enjoys swimming, football, and family adventures!
Trustee
Oliver
Originally from Namibia and having moved to the UK aged 15, Oliver got involved in various causes relating to young people including Derbyshire Youth Council, NHS England Youth Forum and the UK Youth Parliament. These roles helped shape his passion in helping other young people be able to access opportunities. In order to be able to access opportunities, it is vital to have the right foundation and education is a key part of that. Oliver now works as the Parliamentary Assistant to The Lord Popat of Harrow, supporting Lord Popat in his role as Prime Minister’s Trade Envoy to Uganda, Rwanda and DRC
Safe Guarding Trustee
Ian
Over the past 17 years, Ian has overseen the formation and development of Blend Youth Project, which provides youth work activities, support services and education & training opportunities for marginalised young people.
Ian has developed particular experience and expertise in the areas of organisational development, project management and social enterprise and is passionate about the contribution the charitable sector has to make in working with and supporting local communities.
Trustee
Richard
Following 20 years working in the public sector across the UK Richard comes with hands-on experience in senior management, HR, change and project management. He currently leads a company providing a range of HR and business solutions including leading a specialist team providing full HR outsourcing, wrap around HR for companies with HR resource and offers HR and Business Consultancy. Richard brings a range of skills including diagnostic and influencing skills, with the ability to plan and execute business transformation, process re engineering, cultural change and HR strategies to support business sustainability and drive growth.
Trustee
Mark
Mark brings a wealth of experience to the board.
He is experienced in finance at a large city council, as well as specifically within the international charity sector.
He supports with the budgeting and cash flow for KnownValuedLoved ensuring we can do incredible things with donations and fundraising.