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Who's Who...
Chief Executive - Bob LowndesWith the Boards of Directors (Trustees), Bob is responsible for ensuring the Society’s strategic direction is consistent with the needs of people with autism and their carers and leading the management team in implementing the strategy, and achieving its aims and objectives. Bob has 30 years experience working with people with autism and is committed to promoting a good quality of life for all those touched by the condition. Bob is also chair of the Autism Education Trust - for more information Click here
Chair of Trustees
Mary Claire BoydMary Claire heads a board of 13 Directors (trustees) in ensuring that the Society’s beneficiaries are at the centre of everything it does. With experience of Autism in her own family, it is a subject close to her heart.
Director of Social Care Services
Jon Wyatt
Jon oversees the broad range of social care services the Society offers, ensuring ongoing quality of service and development towards the Society’s future goals and aspirations.
Director of Portfield School Services - Andrew ThomasDeveloping the strategic vision of the school a major objective sets to achieve the best academic, personal development and quality of life outcomes for children and young people affected by autism and associated learning difficulties.
Fundraising & Marketing Manager
Debbie Anderson
Debbie leads a team of four who run fundraising events and campaigns, carry out corporate and trust fundraising and execute Marketing and PR for the Society. To get involved with Fundraising, click here
Sarah Alderton
Sarah Alderton has over 5 years experience at the Society, leading the Human Resources and training team managing the Society’s conferences, training and all areas of staff development.
