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Our Advisory Board members

Our advisory board comprises leading experts in their fields who have many years of experience supporting young people. They offer strategic advice and a range of perspectives that help us accomplish our goal of offering high-quality support and opportunities to our youth.

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Visionary Social Engineer 

Lee Benjamin is a visionary social engineer dedicated to the creation of businesses that empower and uplift communities. With a rich portfolio of endeavors including founding Twntyfour Design Agency, hosting Shenanigans Games Night, establishing Be Youth Agency, and crafting (in) ingredients Sports Drink, he epitomizes the fusion of innovation and social impact. Lee's commitment extends to the soccer field, where he champions Lymore Gardens FC. With a profound background in youth work, therapy, and consulting, Lee has spearheaded transformative initiatives in partnership with Waltham Forest. His career is a testament to the profound difference that purpose-driven entrepreneurship and community engagement can make in the world.

 

Ricky Joshua

Entrepreneur & Mentor 

Ricky is an entrepreneur & mentor from London, who has used adversity and difficult situations in his early life to become the unstoppable force he is today.

As a young black male growing up in urban inner-city London, Ricky faced vast challenges around crime and drugs and subsequently served a prison sentence in his early twenties.

During his time spent inside Ricky chose to spend his time productively with his head deeply buried in his first self-development books ‘The Secret’ & ‘Rich Dad Poor Dad’ where he quickly became interested in business, entrepreneurship, and self-development. This newfound enthusiasm helped him re-condition his mindset for success on the outside world. 

His first job when leaving prison was as a refuse loader working for the bare minimum wage Ricky showed determination to stay on the straight & narrow and successfully later returned to youth work where he used his past experience to engage with the youth in similar situations. 

Since then, Ricky has worked with reputable charities & local authorities and is now the Founder of a sports management company and a successful mentor delivering training & motivational speaking to empower all young people and educate adults dealing with troubled kids. 

One of Ricky’s highlights was that he had the privilege to have been asked to feature as a guest speaker on BBC Radio4 – Live London Show alongside Dame Glenys Stacey (HM Chief Inspector of Probation) to discuss the impact of social media on youth culture and the role its played in the current spike in youth violence. An experience he will never forget!

Ricky’s goal is now to deliver inspirational & motivational workshops to teach young people all of the key skills he wishes he had been taught earlier in life. 

 
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Jason Richards

School Teacher 

Jason Richards is an experienced and dedicated English school teacher with over 15 years of teaching experience. jason has a passion for innovative teaching methods and curriculum development. Mr. Richards has been recognized for his contributions to student success and has served in various leadership roles within education settings.

 

jason has a strong connection with the local community through his role as a teacher. he provides valuable insights into community needs and helps the organization establish meaningful connections with schools, parents, and students.

 

Mr. Richards excels in communicating complex educational concepts to a broad audience. His ability to convey ideas clearly is an asset when the Advisory Board discusses outreach, awareness campaigns, and public relations.

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