CAP | Meet the team

Kate Winstanley

CAP Director

Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Suspendisse varius enim in eros elementum tristique.

View bio

Kate took up the post of Director of CAP in 2014.

‍

She has over 25 years’ experience working within senior management roles on alcohol harm reduction projects in the UK. Previous roles include Head of Policy and Information at The Portman Group, Director of Campaigns at Drinkaware and Director of the Proof of Age Standards Scheme (PASS).

‍

Kate has a degree in modern languages and a postgraduate diploma in marketing.

Audrey Eager

Public Affairs & Marketing Manager

Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Suspendisse varius enim in eros elementum tristique.

View bio

Audrey Eager is a native of Dublin, a campaigner and a veteran of British, Irish and European politics having previously worked for the Liberal Democrats in Westminster and Brussels, and Fianna Fáil in Dublin. She has worked on many elections and referenda gaining a wide range of experience in media relations, campaigning and operations.

‍

Before joining CAP, Audrey returned to education to complete a MA in in Media, Campaigning and Social Change from the University of Westminster.

‍

Her focus has always been to try and affect positive change in society no matter how small and is delighted to be part of the CAP team at this exciting time in its growth.

Gillian Walters

Head of Business, Events & Operations

Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Suspendisse varius enim in eros elementum tristique.

View bio

Gillian joined CAP in 2014 following a nine year background in Trading Standards; she has a Degree in Social Policy and a Diploma in Consumer Affairs and Trading Standards.

‍

During her time at Trading Standards, Gillian was the joint lead officer for age restricted sales and coordinated a number of successful CAPs in Kent. Gillian was previously the CAP Programme Manager and Adviser for the South East of England.

Sam Patel

CAP Communications Manager

Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Suspendisse varius enim in eros elementum tristique.

View bio

Sam joined CAP in 2022. She has over 20 years’ experience in communications, marketing and social media, specialising in the not-for-profit sector.

‍

Sam has worked with a wide range of charities and not for profits to increase their profile, influence and the impact of their communications. She has worked on many high-profile campaigns, including campaigns highlighting the impact of hygiene poverty and the issues facing young carers.

‍

Sam is also an accredited coach with the Institute of Leadership.

Annie Ashford-Barnden

CAP Regional Adviser for South West England

Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Suspendisse varius enim in eros elementum tristique.

View bio

Annie has a background in education and has worked in national and international charities that support young people and adults facing multiple disadvantages to fulfill their potential.

‍

Annie is passionate about including marginalised voices in her project design and delivery, she also has nearly ten years experience of partnership management.

Jayne Boote

CAP Regional Adviser for North West England

Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Suspendisse varius enim in eros elementum tristique.

View bio

Jayne joined CAP in February 2015 and has over 25 years’ experience working with housing associations to develop and deliver resident engagement, community development and service improvements.

‍

She has worked with communities, partner agencies and Government departments to deliver a range of innovative initiatives to tackle anti-social behaviour and has extensive experience of establishing and facilitating partnerships with a range of agencies.

‍

Jayne is also a qualified trainer and a qualified ILM level 7 executive coach.

Grahame Clarke

CAP Scotland Adviser

Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Suspendisse varius enim in eros elementum tristique.

View bio

Grahame joined CAP in November 2020 as part of our strategy of rapid growth in Scotland.

‍

He is a retired senior police officer, having served in Strathclyde Police and Police Scotland. During a varied police career, he performed roles within the Criminal Investigation Department, Public Protection and Safer Communities. More recently, Grahame was the strategic lead for the Multi Agency Public Protection Arrangements in Ayrshire and has also worked in the cyber and financial crime sectors delivering training.

Matthew Knight

CAP Regional Adviser for South East and Wales

Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Suspendisse varius enim in eros elementum tristique.

View bio

Matthew has over 12 years of local government experience and joined the CAP Team in 2017. He played a pivotal role in launching Reading CAP, the UK's largest single CAP at the time, demonstrating his commitment to elevating alcohol retail standards in the borough. Matthew's efforts earned him two CAP Awards and a favourable independent evaluation.

‍

Additionally, Matthew is a certified trainer, initially registering the training centre and delivering the RSPH Young Health Champions Qualification within the Reading CAP, he is now supporting its delivery across the South East and Wales.

Alan Simpson

CAP Regional Adviser for North East England, the East Midlands and Scotland

Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Suspendisse varius enim in eros elementum tristique.

View bio

Alan joined the CAP team in 2012 following his retirement from South Yorkshire Police.

‍

During his policing career, he achieved the rank of Acting Chief Inspector and served in numerous local, national and international roles. He has experience of writing policies and procedures and has built up a great deal of experience in combating community issues through partnership working.

‍

Before joining CAP, he co-ordinated his own ‘CAPs’ across Barnsley, subsequently winning the prestigious County Partnership Award. Upon his retirement, he was honoured with a Lifetime Achievement in Policing Award. From 2012 to the present day, Alan has created CAPs covering over 130 areas across England and Scotland.

Vacancies