Dr Ian Clarke Trustee

Ian is a trainee Lay minister in the Church of England, a husband, a father to two sons (and two dogs). Ian’s interests are music, film, theatre and travel, as well as a love for God and longing for peace and justice Ian started work as a research technician for Imperial College, London, working on climate change research, earning his PhD along the way. He moved into university lecturing, in applied ecology at Staffordshire University. After his wife was headhunted for a Job in London they relocated to Chandlers Ford and Ian took up a post as applied researcher in horticulture. After a decision by an office in Whitehall the horticultural site closed down, and Ian retrained to be a secondary school science teacher. He now works in a large secondary school as assistant Headteacher in a deprived area in Hampshire.

Adie Smith Trustee

Adie is a proud Yorkshire Man, Husband, Father of two who has been residing within the Eastleigh are of Hampshire since 2007. Adie’s ethos to all that he does, is based upon enabling people to be the best version of themselves. Being a Yorkshire Man, Adie grew up on the sport of Rugby League and now sits on a national steering committee for the game and spends his leisure time, coaching Rugby.
His career and passion combined have led to many opportunities for Adie to enrich the lives of others. As a member of the APM (Association for Project Managers) and the proud owner of a Making a Difference Award for transformation services to Hampshire Social Care. Adie is now a Senior Commissioning Manager for Adult Social Care and Public Health across South West London. Adie has joined the Fledge board of trustees in 2024, to bring all of these skills together for the greater good of is local community.

Philip Raw Chair of Trustees

Christine Raw Trustee

Mike Evans Trustee

Becky Shipley Trustee

Codie Fry Trustee

Mark Cheshire Founder and Company Secretary

Mark, together with his wife Lauren, started with the initial vision for Fledge in 2009. Since that time, Mark has played a central role in shaping what Fledge looks like as an organisation and building the foundation that secured charity status.

After several years as a Trustee, Mark now serves as our Company Secretary.

Nerissa Dean Chief Executive Officer

Nerissa came on board as the Project Manager for Fledge in June 2015 and has been instrumental in making the Fledge vision a reality including the set up and development of the Fledge House. She has overall responsibility for the operational running of the charity, turning her hand to everything from funding to liaising with Eastleigh Borough Council to removing rogue insects from behind the kitchen appliances! Nerissa was appointed CEO of Fledge in November 2021.

Natasha Baker Development, Health and Wellbeing Officer

Natasha joined Fledge in May 2016, shortly before the first residents moved into the first Fledge House. Natasha is responsible for developing the support provision and working with the residents to meet their support needs. She organises group sessions for the residents as well as supporting them 1 to 1 including occasional trips to the ice cream parlour!

Ali Williams Service Delivery Manager

Ali joined the Fledge team in Jan 2017. She works alongside Natasha to provide support and mentoring for the residents. Ali works part time for Fledge and part time as the assistant youth leader at KCC, in Hedge End. Away from work Ali loves spending time with her family & friends, socialising and cooking.

Philip Morgan Volunteer Coordinator

Phil joined Fledge in 2018 and has a wealth of experience in supporting people from previous job roles, including working with ex-offenders. Phil works full time for Fledge as a support worker which involves supporting residents 1:1, running one of the weekly drop-ins and managing our largest house. Outside of work Phil loves cycling and all things Cargo Bike, and has also recently taken up running.

Emma Fenner Lead Support Worker

Emma joined Fledge in August 2019 as we expanded from two to four houses. Emma works 1:1 with residents and manages one of the houses. Before working at Fledge Emma helped to support and run a youth group which involved putting on productions, residential trips and work within the community. Away from work Emma like to spend time with her family and friends, and also is a big rugby fan!