Groundwork East is powered by a dedicated team based across the East of England. Together, we bring many years of experience in landscape design, community engagement, environmental campaigns, biodiversity, energy efficiency, carbon management, impact and evaluation, and training.

Our team’s knowledge, experience and commitment enable us to deliver projects and programmes that respond to local needs and create lasting benefits for people, places and the environment. We also work closely with colleagues across the Groundwork federation, combining strong local relationships with the expertise and national voice of a UK-wide charity. 

Our leadership team

Our leadership team brings together extensive experience across the environmental, community and voluntary sectors, providing the strategic direction and expertise that underpin our work across the East of England.

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Anna Martin-Edwards
Chief Executive
Coral Dean - HR Manager
Coral Dean
HR Manager
Kerry Stranix Communications, Impact & Evaluation manager
Kerry Stranix
Communications & Impact Manager
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Sam Harbour
Operations Manager
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Jaclyn Bennett
Head of Finance and Technology

Our Trustees

Our Board of Trustees brings a broad range of skills, experience and perspectives, providing independent oversight and helping to guide Groundwork East’s strategy, governance and long-term development.

Phil Bibby - Trustee
Phil Bibby
Chair
Temi Awofala - Trustee
Temi Awofala
Trustee
Elisabeth George - Trustee
Elisabeth George
Trustee
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Annabel Flint
Trustee
Mark Hubbocks - Trustee
Mark Hubbocks
Trustee
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Martin Hockaday
Trustee
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Lee Jones
Trustee
Joanna smith - Trustee
Joanna Smith
Trustee
Olivia Brindle Trustee
Olivia Brindle
Trustee