Our Ambassadors

Our Ambassadors support SRSB and RSS by raising awareness our charity whenever they can within the Sheffield City Region. Their support is invaluable as they attend many formal meetings and also social events, often networking with groups where it is important to raise our profile. SRSB and RSS work hard to raise awareness of visual impairment in Sheffield, so our Ambassadors are a great asset to the organisation.

 

Cllr John Campbell. Former Lord Mayor of Sheffield (2012/2013)

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John became involved with SRSB during his year in office as Lord Mayor. He has continued to be a valuable supporter, even taking part in our first ever Firewalk and Glass Walk in 2012 and more recently in 2018! John has also attended several SRSB/RSS events and has represented us at other events. 

In 2013 we were delighted that he officially took on the role of SRSB Ambassador and we've enjoyed working with him over the years.

Anthony Cooper, FCA. Former Chairman and Trustee of SRSB/RSS

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Tony joined the Trustees at SRSB in 2006, taking over from Peter Lee as Chairman in 2015. He stepped down as Chairman in February 2021. We are delighted that he will remain involved as one of our Ambassadors.

Tony is a retired Chartered Accountant who, for over the last 20 years of his career, was the Group Finance Director and Company Secretary of Henry Boot PLC.

He has served as High Sheriff of South Yorks, is a past President of the Sheffield and District Society of Chartered Accountants and served on the National Council of the Institute for nine years. He was a Trustee of Museums Sheffield, and retains a number of other non- executive interests.

Simon Wheatcroft. Client & Supporter of SRSB/RSS

Simon at an SRSB event

Simon has been a long standing supporter of SRSB/RSS. He is visually impaired and is passionate about raising awareness of sight loss. He is a great advocate of the opportunities of technology and how it can enable people with visual impairment to gain and maintain employment, help with study, assist with daily tasks and adapt to challenges, such as one of Simon’s passions: running ultra marathons! Simon is also a great role model and an inspirational speaker who motivates many people with his experiences and positivity. We are delighted that he has agreed to extend his support of our charity to become an SRSB/RSS Ambassador.