Naomi joined Stay in 2023 as our CEO, bringing extensive experience of working in the voluntary sector at a national as well as local level.

Before working in the voluntary sector, Naomi worked for the NHS in both clinical and senior management roles. Naomi loves being outdoors, spending time with her family and dogs!

Sophie joined Stay in October 2023 as Head of Finance and is an experienced finance professional with over seven years in the charity sector. With a background in corporate accounting practices, she brings strong commercial insight alongside a deep commitment to social impact. She is passionate about ensuring financial stability and transparency to help Stay deliver meaningful change. Outside of work, Sophie enjoys spending time with family and friends, reading, and walking outdoors.

With 20 years of experience in the charity, Debbi has been able to see firsthand how our work transforms lives, which is a journey she understands personally through her own lived experience. Debbi is proud to use her long-standing history with Stay to advocate for and support those experiencing homelessness. When not running things at Stay, Debbi can be found actually running, completing many parkruns and marathons each year!

Sam joined Stay in 2024 as our Fundraising Manager. Before joining the charity sector, Sam ran her own successful Business Training & Coaching company. Sam is committed to raising awareness of homelessness and the vital work of Stay, with the local community, businesses and organisations. She loves the outdoors, and when not working hard sharing Stay’s story, you’ll probably find her busy in her garden or tending to those of her family and friends!

Mike became part of the Stay team in 2025 as Operations and Services Manager. He has dedicated the past 16 years to the homelessness voluntary sector, committed to improving services and support across the Telford and Wrekin area. Outside of work, Mike channels his creativity through photography, capturing meaningful snapshots of the world around him.

Pauline joined the Stay Board in 2021 after running a successful consulting company assisting the voluntary sector. She is passionate about social justice and became a Chair at Stay in October 2025, alongside her position as Chair of Governors at a Wolverhampton secondary school. Outside of work, she loves live theatre, long walks and spending time with her grandchildren.

Mary has been a Trustee since 2020 and has recently been appointed Vice Chair. She has worked in senior marketing and communications roles for over 25 years, which has included extensive time working in the charity sector for one of the UK’s biggest charities, PDSA, supporting pets and owners in need.

She now runs her own communications consultancy and also holds another trustee role for a charity in the veterinary sector. Mary is passionate about the work of Stay and everything it does and achieves in providing housing and support services to homeless and vulnerable people in the Telford & Wrekin Borough. In her spare time, Mary will likely be off running and ticking another marathon off her bucket list.

Brian became a Trustee and Treasurer in 2011. During that time, he has seen how Stay has grown and changed, while remaining committed to supporting the homeless.  Brian is a qualified accountant in practice and enjoys being with his family when time allows.

Chris joined Stay in March 2020, shortly after finishing work as Development Manager for a housing association in Sussex. He is an experienced project manager and urban designer, and has always been keen to create successful neighbourhoods and quality homes that people can be proud to live in.  He plays the guitar a little and has even been known to try entertaining others at open mic evenings locally.

Vicki joined Stay in 2025 and works in finance in her day-to-day role. She is keen to use the skills and experience she has built up to support Stay’s long-term sustainability and help shape its strategic direction practically and positively. Outside of work, Vicki enjoys walking her dog, practising yoga, and spending quality time with her family.

Claire Louise became a Trustee of Stay in 2025. She is passionate about inclusion, accessibility and creating spaces where people can feel safe and supported. She brings strong lived experience to Stay, particularly around mental health and neurodiversity. Outside of Stay, Claire is a yoga teacher, marketing professional, and founder of Big Heart Yoga CIC. When she’s not supporting her community, you’ll find her outdoors in nature, travelling the world or exploring philosophy.

Mike joined Stay in 2025 following his family’s relocation to Telford. He has worked in the NHS in operational management roles since 2011, most recently as a Chief Operating Officer. Mikes early career included 2 years working as a housing support officer for a Stafford based supported accommodation charity.