We’re very fortunate to be led by an amazing Board of Trustees. These dedicated individuals bring passion, knowledge, and experience to help Centred thrive and make a difference.
Our Board of Trustees provides governance, accountability, and long-term vision. They volunteer their time and expertise to ensure Centred is run responsibly and delivers on its mission for the communities we serve.
The role of the board of Trustees is to:
- Develop and uphold the vision, mission and values of the organisation.
- Shape our direction, strategy and planning.
- Plan and maintain the structure and resources needed for our work.
- Set policies and procedures for all our activities, including guidance for the board, volunteers and staff.
- Put systems in place for reporting and monitoring.
- Manage risk and responsibility and make sure we follow the guidance of our governing document, external regulators and the law.
- Monitor our financial affairs to make sure they’re conducted and reported properly and accurately.
Our trustees generously give their time and expertise without payment, serving on a voluntary basis to support our mission.
We are always on the lookout for more trustees to join us. Scroll down to view our current trustees.
Tanja Walser
Trustee
Tanja is a former technology executive with more than 20 years’ experience leading global teams and organisational transformation. Now a Functional Medicine Health Coach, she is passionate about helping people improve their health and wellbeing through evidence-informed lifestyle approaches. She brings expertise in strategy, change management and leadership to the Centred Board.
Dr Kate Lamont
Trustee
Kate, a Behavioural Scientist at the Centre for Epidemiology and Planetary Health, is a social scientist and project manager / team leader. She has experience in qualitative data collection methods, participatory and peer research, community development, and co-production. She has focussed on areas including mental health and wellbeing of rural communities. She is an experienced research interviewer and collaborator in multi-disciplinary teams, Chair of the SRUC Social Science Ethics Committee and a Mental Health First Aider.
Libby MacDonald
Trustee
Libby MacDonald is a Chartered MCIPD HR consultant and founder of We Are Thryve, a Highland-based HR consultancy. With more than 15 years’ experience across health and social care, energy and consultancy, including as a director and shareholder in the care sector, she brings a strong understanding of people, governance and organisational leadership. Libby believes good workplaces are built when people feel supported, safe and well. Mental health and wellbeing sit at the heart of her approach to HR and her contribution as a Trustee.
Luke Eveling
Trustee
Having grown up in the Highlands, Luke has always been passionate about supporting people in need in our communities. Luke has authored a book focused on mental health and his commitment has led him to become a trustee of Centred. Drawing on skills and experience developed through involvement with charitable organisations, Luke is committed to contributing positively to help strengthen the wellbeing of communities across the region.
David Richardson
Trustee
After an extensive career spanning 38 years working in a wide variety of tourism-related roles in the Highlands, David retired in spring 2026.
Despite retiring, David still supports causes close to his heart and we are delighted he has joined our board of trustees. David has invaluable experience and insights that he can bring to his role with Centred.
Despite retiring, David still supports causes close to his heart and we are delighted he has joined our board of trustees. David has invaluable experience and insights that he can bring to his role with Centred.
