We're a small team, dedicated to making a big difference to the confidence and resilience of young people in Scotland.

The Team

Zahra Hedges

chief executive officer

​I believe we are each more capable than we imagine.

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Aoife Barrett

evidence & innovation manager

I'm passionate about helping people flourish in all areas of life.
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Sabina Bhugun

COMMS MANAGER

​Committed to embedding the message of ‘anything is possible’ within the youth of Scotland

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Grant Small

director of programmes & impact 

​I’m committed to creating wide reaching impact across Scotland.

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Dave Barrie

Project manager - Planet youth in scotland

​I am ​passionate about giving every young person equal choice and opportunity.

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Kevin Gilchrist

Project manager - on our marks

​Increasing young people's physical activity levels and confidence really matters to me.
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Richard Orr

director of partnerships

​I'm dedicated to giving young people the best chance in life.

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Sharon McDowall

Project Lead, programmes & impact

I believe that working at Winning Scotland is my best shot at making a difference.
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Kirsten McAllan

OFFICE & OPERATIONS
MANAGER

Proud to be part of a team who are passionate about enabling young people in Scotland to fulfil their potential​

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Our Board

Sir Bill Gammell

Founder and chairman, winning scotland​

​​Passionate about developing people and instilling a positive attitude.
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Catherine Simpson

former COO, scottish equity partners

​Enthusiastic about growth mindset and its ability to improve attainment.
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Torquil Macnaughton

founding partner, penta capital

Wants to see every young person be the best they can be.
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Celia Tennant

chief executive, inspiring scotland

Passionate about creating opportunities for young people to grow in confidence and reach  goals.

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David Nisbet

DIRECTOR OF GROUP CORPORATE AFFAIRS, CAPRICORN ENERGY PLC​​

Wants all young people to aspire to do their very best.​

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