Nigel Smith

BOARD MEMBER

Nigel has been our Citizens’ Representative since 2009. He is very active in our Sports Service which he enjoys together alongside other members. He has been a tenant in a Midland Mencap Supported Living house since 1995 and is involved with associated organisations in the City.

Fiona Lane

BOARD MEMBER

Fiona is a parent carer, previously a GP, now working in academia at Birmingham University

Chris Proctor

BOARD MEMBER

Chris Proctor is currently the Head of Programme at B:Music, the music charity responsible for Town Hall and Symphony Hall, Birmingham, and is responsible for managing the programme of c.800 performances that are presented in the range of venues that B:Music manages each year. As well as managing events in these venues, Chris is also a saxophonist playing in a range of bands throughout the UK. Having created the accessible thread of programming at B:Music, Chris’ interest and passion for enabling access and removing barriers stretches beyond just the music and arts industry, and having seen the wonderful work that Midland Mencap are doing to celebrate abilities (not disabilities!) across a range of areas, is excited to bring his expertise and knowledge to the Board at Midland Mencap.

Nick Green

BOARD MEMBER

Nick Green has lived in the Birmingham area for over 30 years. His background is in supply chain and logistics across a number of Midlands-based  companies, in different industries including steel, automotive, optics and consumer goods. Nick is trustee for Midland Mencap and the Leprosy Mission Trading.

Colin Jones

BOARD MEMBER

Colin recently retired, having worked in the automotive and rail industries since 1984, initially within large companies and latterly with his own consultancy. He is a Chartered Fellow of the Institute of Personnel Development and since 2012 has also led post-graduate management development programmes for Warwick University both in the UK and overseas.

He joined the Board of Trustees in 2023 and has a particular interest in people development, governance and the management of change. He is also a trustee of Headway Birmingham and Solihull and a School Readers scheme volunteer at a South Birmingham primary school.

Laura Morgan

BOARD MEMBER

Laura is a people-first professional with over 20 years of experience in the housing sector. They lead a dedicated team in the East Midlands, making sure communities get the best possible service in areas like estate management, lettings, and tackling anti-social behaviour. Their efforts have boosted customer satisfaction to 90%, and they’re passionate about creating a positive, supportive work environment.

Always keen to keep growing, Laura has completed qualifications in coaching and mentoring and is a proud member of the Chartered Institute of Housing. Although new to a board role, they regularly work with boards in their day-to-day job, sharing key insights on performance and outcomes. Laura is also a strong advocate for equality and neurodiversity, with personal experience of supporting autistic family members.

Mel Roberts

BOARD MEMBER

A qualified Accountant by background with over 30 years of health and domiciliary care experience, Mel is a transformation specialist and leadership coach.  With a sustained record of success, Mel has worked internationally in senior leadership roles for large corporate brands, SME’s and Partnerships across many functions, including Retail, Operations, Finance, Manufacturing and Supply Chain.  Mel joined the Midland Mencap Board of Trustees in 2023 and works independently today supporting Boards and Leaders drive change and growth, she also holds a number of Trustee and Non-Executive Director positions.

Amy Winter

BOARD MEMBER

Amy is the current Director of Support and community services at P3, a charity and social enterprise that works with people to improve their health, wellbeing and social inclusion, offering services such as mental health support, housing, employment, education and community engagement. 

Prior to this, Amy worked in adult social care for over 17 years in the public, private and third sector managing an array of services across the country including dementia care, residential, learning disability support, supported living and complex needs services.  

Amy’s focus is always ‘people first’, bringing her passion and motivation to work with the Midland Mencap team, ensuring that citizens are always seen, heard and included.