Julie May, Company Secretary
I’m a Lister Steps Trustee because…
back in 1997 I was a working parent in need of after school childcare. In the absence of such provision I joined a group of parents to set up our own childcare company, Lister Steps. We recognised the need for a base to deliver services and provide opportunities for the whole community and this became our vision. I have remained a trustee because I am committed to achieving this vision for the people of Tuebrook.
I’ve got skills and experience in…
social work and mental health, being a trustee and company secretary, an understanding of the causes and effects of poverty and deprivation and a commitment to address social inequalities. Other skills include being a parent, a good organiser, and a good listener.
I help by…
undertaking the role of company secretary for Lister Steps which involves supporting the chair to ensure the smooth functioning of the Board. I help out with community engagement and fundraising events; attend other meetings and social activities as a Board Representative. I also take Gaynor (our CEO) out to the ‘Jolly’ for lunch when I know she needs a well-earned break.
You can make me smile with…
I have a passion for travelling. My favourite place in the whole world (apart from home) is India which I have visited many times and always have a desire to return. In my retirement I am striving to keep myself fit physically and mentally and have fun by learning to play the ukulele, doing Tai Chi, yoga, and ceilidh dancing. I am a constant reader of fiction, a Harry Potter fan (I’m in Hufflepuff!), and a member of the New Brighteners Beach Cleaning team.
Dave Barlow, Trustee
I’m a Lister Steps Trustee because…
I believe that Lister Steps has a huge role to play within our community in providing flexible childcare and after school activities for local children. And now through The Old Library, we can continue to support our community even further.
I’ve got skills & experience in…
a range of areas through my involvement in trade unions where I am a Branch Organiser and personal caseworker. This involves all the challenges of employment and education. I am also a Parent Governor at West Derby School which gives me further insight into the local education system.
I help by…
attending The Old Library open days and supporting other trustees and the management team. Also as a parent and grandparent, I understand the requirements of educational services and community activities.
You can make me smile…
with seeing Everton Football Club at the top of the Premier League 😉 and helping other people within our community.
James Lee
I’m a Lister Steps trustee because…
I believe in putting something back into the community I am from. I do believe our children are the future and places like the old library are crucial in helping and assisting families with affordable and professional childcare.
I’ve got skills and experience in …
managing a large workforce in the public sector, including chairing strategic meetings, working alongside other public sector and third sector bodies including charities. Although now retired I still do work inspecting for the HMICFRS as an associate member.
I help by…
attending board meetings and giving my view on many aspects of the running of the charity/old library. I am able to support other trustees and members of staff which I find enjoyable.
You can make me smile …
I am a huge LFC fan and a big music lover and particularly of local bands from the late 70s onwards. I have been involved in music venues in the city over the years and I believe music never lets you down.
Jerry Spencer
I’m a Lister Steps Trustee because…
I’m interested in heritage and the great sense of community that a much-liked building given new life can create.
I’ve got skills and experience in…
historical research, finance, generating ideas and fundraising.
I help by…
doing what I can, lending my knowledge, experience and ideas in the hope that they can help The Old Library survive and thrive.
You can make me smile…
with a good book, a pint and a joke.
Edward McCormack, Trustee
I’m a Lister Steps Trustee because…
I wanted to be involved with the continued legacy of the Andrew Carnegie library and it’s role within our community. I have an interest in documenting our local history and the library was a building I visited many times as a child, over the last decade I became involved in documenting much of the restoration of the building in support of the Lister Steps charity. I’m honoured with now officially being part of the heritage and ongoing legacy of the building and its bright future ahead.
I’ve got skills in…
Creativity has always been in my blood, I’m (deep breath) a Graphic Designer, Photographer, Documentary Producer, Electronic Music Producer, DJ, Artist, Painter and Illustrator, Cartoonist, along with gaining a proud entry in the World Guinness Book of Records, for my involvement as part of a small team of artists who created the World’s Longest Children’s Mural at the Royal Liverpool Hospital, Alder Hey.
I help by…
Arranging and supporting events which continue to see the Grade II listed building go from strength to strength, keeping secure its place once again as an all-round community hub for people in the area and beyond.
You can make me smile with…
One of major life passions has been the movie JAWS, I own one of the World’s largest collections of related memorabilia (as featured on the Blu ray disc of the movie), and if you were to find me an original Coffer Sports JAWS Football that came out in the UK circa 1975/76 you would certainly surprise me and make me a happy chappy.