Business Beats Cancer Manchester

Jon has more than 25 years’ sector experience in the advertising industry, working both agency and client side. For the last 13 years, as CEO, Jon has driven TrunkBBI’s growth, an award-winning independent agency in Manchester, England. Jon has a real belief in investing and harbouring talent and sets the tone of the agency to ensure we are a force for good. B Corp and DE&I are embedded into TrunkBBI’s culture and values. A visionary leader, Jon inspires the team to develop TrunkBBI’s 'Create+Activate' proposition which delivers strong ROI’s for clients through insights, creativity, and performance marketing. With Jon being personally touched by cancer, he feels businesses need to take the on the challenge of financially supporting research and awareness campaigns to help combat cancer. Jon is chair of Business Beats Cancer Manchester, part of CRUK. https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonbutler77trunkbbi/ http://www.trunkbbi.com/

Steve Bland is a multi-award-winning radio and podcast producer and presenter. He co-presented the BBC podcast You, Me and the Big C, which was launched by his first wife, Rachael Bland, following her breast cancer diagnosis in 2016. Following Rachael's death, former BBC 5 Live producer Steve began presenting the podcast along with Dame Deborah James (aka Bowelbabe) and Lauren Mahon. Together with producers Alex Entwistle and Mike Holt, the team have picked up a host of awards including Best Podcast at the 2019 TRIC Awards, Moment of the Year at the 2019 British Podcast Awards, and the Impact Award at the 2023 Arias. Dad of three Steve also works closely with a number of cancer charities and organisations to help raise awareness and vital funds. Steve is also director of podcast production company VeeBee Media and has worked alongside brands such as Checkatrade, Herbalife, Homeserve and Amazing Apprenticeships. He is also PR Manager for Premiership rugby club Sale Sharks.

Cameron is the Co-Founder and Managing Director of Platinum Recruitment. Holding 20 years recruitment experience specialising in international placements within the white-collar sector Cameron is now responsible for Platinum’s performance in the market and achieving the growth strategy as set out by the leadership team. Cameron has campaigned for Cancer Research UK for several years having witnessed the impacts of cancer to his immediate family as a child and more recently as a business owner. He is extremely passionate about educating and increasing awareness of the implications of cancer within business culture and believes more awareness for organisations on how to support their employees and the wider business community is paramount. He firmly believes that Business Beat Cancer Manchester will be the right platform to develop this message.

Stephen is the co-founder and Chief Vision Officer of Positive Planet, a global sustainability consultancy and training provider who supports more than 500 brands on their pathway to net zero. Stephen has a wealth of experience in senior sales, marketing and operational roles within the renewable energy and telecoms sector. In 2021 he launched Positive Planet as a profit with purpose company and is spearheading its growth as one of the sectors most recognised and exciting brands. A passionate advocate for sustainable practices, Stephen is also deeply committed to supporting the fight against cancer - a mission that has become personal as he has seen the profound impact cancer has had on friends and colleagues. As a Board Member of Business Beats Cancer Manchester, Stephen is dedicated to leveraging his expertise and vision to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those affected by this devastating disease. https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephenhenry https://positiveplanet.uk

Kate is a proud northerner who grew up in Manchester, attending Manchester High School, and has spent much of her professional career in the city. With 25 years of experience in the corporate and professional sports travel and events sector, an energetic, results-oriented, and passionate individual who excels at cultivating successful, long-term partnerships. Having seen firsthand the impact cancer has on so many lives, Kate recently experienced the exceptional facilities in Manchester that support cancer diagnosis and treatment. Recognising the city's role as a leading hub for cancer care, Kate is honored to have been invited to join the board. She is eager to make a meaningful contribution toward raising funds, increasing awareness, advancing research, and supporting the development of potential treatments.

Lisa Morton, Founder and CEO of Roland Dransfield PR and co-founder Purposeful Podcasts. "Family members, friends and colleagues have been lost or affected by cancer and so I wanted to do what I can to support fund this vital research".

Oliver Clarke is the Managing Director of Baa Bar Group, a pioneering hospitality company with a 34-year legacy in the UK nightlife scene. The group currently operates five venues in Liverpool and one in Nottingham, having previously owned four sites in Manchester. Now, under Oliver’s leadership, the company is actively searching for a new flagship venue in Manchester to re-establish its presence in the city. As the son of Elaine Clarke OBE, the former CEO of Baa Bar Group, Oliver continues the legacy of innovation and excellence within the company. Having experienced personal losses due to cancer, Oliver feels strongly about the importance of research and funding to prevent and treat the disease. He is passionate about supporting initiatives that drive progress in cancer research and awareness.

Andrew is the MD of Sancus Lending UK and has over 30 years experience in commercial lending, with a specialism in commercial and residential lending. Based in Manchester, Andrew is responsible for the Sancus Lending Group's UK Business, which has ambitious growth plans for the coming years. Well connected and known across the North West Region, Andrew is a passionate business leader, who delivers results for his clients through building strong personal relationships and supporting his talented team of colleagues. He has been personally touched by cancer a number of times through family members, friends, colleagues and clients and believes that the vibrant and collegiate business network in Manchester can be a force for good to help address the disease.

Theresa, born & raised in Vancouver, Canada, has lived and worked in the UK for nearly 20 years. With extensive experience in global advertising and marketing across B2B, B2C, and healthcare sectors, she is passionate about building relationships and creating effective communications to drive change. As a mother of twin daughters, Theresa is excited to join the Business Beats Cancer Manchester board, supporting their ongoing efforts to protect our future. Driven by her personal experience with cancer, affecting many of her loved ones, she is eager to support and make a meaningful contribution to help raise awareness and much-needed funds for new treatments.