In at the beginning of FSquared, Val’s journey with the company has continued to excite (and exhaust) her. With previous careers in criminal and social justice, and former Chief Executive of the Big Issue in the North, she wants the company to keep making a difference, as well as staying afloat! That means keeping a close eye on an ever changing market which demands vision and leadership to help us keep pace. Creativity and collaboration – internally and externally – is the key, and Val plays her part in keeping that alive in everything we do. That means she has a lot to offer to our customers in helping them drive forward organisational change based on corporate responsibility and ethical leadership – and it’s the reason why our Foundation, Institute and Ethical Leadership Society are central to her vision for our future together. Make a difference, help others make a difference, have some fun – she doesn’t ask for much!

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valchinn@fsquaredltd.com

Kirsten joined FSquared as Consultant in 2002 and her work and role in the company have grown ever since. As our Director based in London, Kirsten’s delivery work has been setting new standards for how the private, public and voluntary sector can work together to deliver maximum social impact and benefits for diverse communities. Kirsten’s previous work in policy, community development, sustainability and project management combined with her practical experience have given her a clear sense of how aspirations and ideas can be turned in to reality. Kirsten’s background in community development means that her approach is focused on working to develop the capacity and knowledge of the people we work with, to help them deliver added value through all of their activities in an efficient and realistic way.

Having worked on a number of long term contracts with our clients, Kirsten’s approach is to become part of your team as well as providing an FSquared perspective and a fresh pair of eyes. Having worked in both our Manchester and London bases she is great at making connections internally and externally. She is passionately committed to making a difference and supporting individuals at all levels to build on their existing roles to make a positive impact to their business and the areas they work in. As part of our management team Kirsten’s work strikes the balance between keeping our business running and meeting the needs of our customers.

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kirstenproctor@fsquaredltd.com

johnmoran@fsquaredltd.com

Catherine has been involved since the beginning, initially as a shared body between FSquared and The Big Issue in the North. Despite Catherine’s naturally grey accountant tendencies - excited by the colourful changing kaleidoscope of plans and activities and the passionate commitment to make a difference – she decided to make a permanent change and become a whole FSquared body.

Catherine is a firm believer that “nothing is impossible” – although she would have traditionally ended the statement “it depends on the time you are willing to throw at it”. Thinking differently and exploring new ways of working really appeals to Catherine – and the FSquared way has challenged and changed how she goes about it. Yes she still believes that nothing is impossible but has seen how much more can be achieved through creative collaborations, shared perspectives and cross sector enthusiasm and commitment. Catherine enjoys contributing her financial expertise to the complimentary skills of the collective, to develop innovative and sustainable outcomes for communities.

Catherine’s other skill is her human sponge-like memory and powers of recall – a useful internal resource when the internet goes down or when we are trying to remember everything that we have done.

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catherinegrayson@fsquaredltd.com

Jane’s professional background is in social justice. As one of the early members of The Big Issue in the North team she was part of the social enterprise movement tackling social exclusion and poverty. Here she met Val and followed her to FSquared Ltd excited by the prospect of being part of a new type of company focused on unlocking higher levels of social value from large scale capital investments. Jane has been part of the energy that has shaped FSquared into a company which works across sectors supporting organisations and communities to deliver more from their activities and spend.

Jane is a true believer that together we are greater than the sum of our parts and she plays a key role in the development and delivery of our collaborative workshops and organisational development programmes. She is passionate about supporting people to have a voice in how change takes shape within their neighbourhood, workplace or sector.

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janemcrobbie@fsquaredltd.com

Stuart, our longest serving consultant, joined FSquared as a temporary measure and favour for a friend. Eight years later and he’s still here. He helped the company get off the ground doing whatever was necessary – no task too large, too small or too demanding. He even did a stint as Val’s PA!

With a professional background and education in surveying, property development, estate agency, construction and project management, Stuart easily adapted his experience to demands of bidding for and delivering major capital programmes. Stuart’s strengths are translating and communicating complex challenges simply and all things sustainable in their multiple dimensions. Stuart also manages our Accredited Training Centre.

Cynical at first as to whether profit and making difference were mutually supportive, he is now a convert.

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stuartmorris@fsquaredltd.com

Jason joined FSquared in 2004 after working in the design & IT industries for over ten years. Throughout that time, he’s seen the company grow in stature and reputation and has played an important part in helping us to achieve our aims. In particular, he plays a key role in the delivery of services for our clients in the housing, education and public sectors. He works across all sectors to promote meaningful community involvement in, and maximum local benefit from capital developments and investment programmes. He has developed strategies for the integration of artists in design and engagement processes that are now recognised as national best practice. Jason continues to provide a range of ad-hoc design services (usually at the shortest possible notice) to the entire FSquared team; it keeps him on his toes and keeps us from committing too many design crimes.

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jasontrue@fsquaredltd.com

Katie fell into FSquared as a temp escaping home to Manchester from the media world in London. Katie’s background runs from administration roles in Toronto to catering and sales in Vancouver onto a degree in Social and Media Communications, and finally through independent radio production and the BBC to land back in Manchester with solid values in her heart, about what business should and shouldn’t be about.

Starting as Office Administrator at F2 Katie quickly stepped up into her role as Office Manager and PA to the directors. After a 2 year break spent amongst wood chippings and workbenches - gaining her ICA in bench carpentry - Katie realised she couldn’t fight the draw of FSquared again any longer.

Returning as Office Manager and PA Katie then stepped up once again and is now Operations Manager. Still Val’s PA and “Girl Friday” Katie now looks after all the internal financial systems of FSquared Ltd; is Operations Manager for the FSquared Foundation; and oversees the fundamental day to day cogs and systems of the FSquared Group.

Katie won’t stand for anyone messing F2 around and her credit control methods have been compared to Chinese Water Torture. Katie works with an iron fist and open heart.

katiemchugh@fsquaredltd.com