Welcome to the Team, George!

We are thrilled to welcome George Gillespie as the newest member of the NIRN team! George joins us as a Network Manager, bringing over 20 years of experience in the charity, voluntary, and community sectors. With a background in Volunteer Leadership, Charity Development, and Change Management, George is passionate about supporting nonprofits and creating impactful programs. He’s also a specialist in training development and governance, and has spent 15 years as an Investing in Volunteers Quality Standard Assessor.

In his role as Network Manager, George will be connecting with our members to understand their needs and ensure we’re providing the best support for reuse and repair activities. Keep an eye out for his emails—he’s excited to meet the NIRN network members.

Great to have you on board, George!