Meet The Team

George - Managing Director & DSL

I have 14 years of experience in youth and community work, and 10 years of experience in 1:1 mentoring. I managed an award-winning Children in Need mentoring project and worked as a Youth Work Manager, overseeing a variety of youth clubs as well as detached and outreach teams.
I hold a postgraduate degree (Level 6) in Youth and Community Work. I am trained in and specialised in ASD, SEN, SEMH, and CCE.
I am passionate about supporting young people to engage in positive activities, having a voice, overcoming challenges, and achieving positive outcomes. I believe in creating a safe, fun environment where young people are inspired to champion their personal, social, and educational development.
I have a background in sports, particularly football and boxing. My other interests include traveling and photography.

Tyler - Lead Mentor & Development Manager

With over 14 years of experience working with young people, I’ve had the opportunity to support them in various roles, including one-to-one assistance in SEN schools, youth work, and as a Designated Safeguarding Lead in a school. My passion lies in helping young people thrive and realise their full potential. Drawing from my own life experiences, I use these insights to guide and inspire young people, emphasizing that we can make the right choices at any time to change our paths in life. I stress the importance of embracing individuality and leveraging their strengths to achieve the best outcomes, and I encourage them to stay optimistic as they pursue their goals.

Outside of work, I stay active through physical exercise and football. I love exploring new countries and enjoying gaming.

Dan - Senior Mentor

I have dedicated the past 16 years to working with young people across a wide range of settings, including youth clubs, educational programs, sports and music projects, residential care homes, and mentoring roles. My experience also extends to international work, where I had the opportunity to engage with young people from diverse backgrounds. Additionally, I have proudly served as an ambassador for the Prince's Trust, helping to inspire and support youth through various initiatives. Outside of my professional commitments, I am a passionate football fan and enjoy staying active by regularly attending the gym. These personal interests not only keep me energized but also allow me to connect with young people through shared passions like sports.

Ezra - Mentor

I have four years of experience working with young people in different roles, including part-time work with Xpro Rugby Coaching, delivering summer camps, and positions in an ALP setting as a Learning and Community Facilitator, as well as a High-Level Teaching Assistant at a SEN school, providing 1-on-1 support. I hold a bachelor's degree from Hartpury University, where I gained coaching experience with primary, secondary, and college students. I also have an England Rugby Coaching award. My goal is to engage young people in physical, fun activities to support their physical, mental, and social well-being, and it's rewarding to see their progress. Outside of work, I’m passionate about rugby, having played from a young age with achievements at county, academy, university, and national league levels. I also stay active through exercise, enjoy gaming, exploring new places, and spending time with friends and family.

Patch - Music Mentor

Blessings, my name is Patch. From a young age I gravitated towards creative activities such as music and filmmaking which i do now professionally.
I have always enjoyed working with young people since I started doing shortly after leaving school. My aim is to provide a safe space for learning, gaining confidence and expressing emotions.
A big part of what i do involves teaching the youngers music and lyric writing in my studio as well as teaching them how to shoot professional level videos and giving them access to a new potential career path and passion.
As well as creativity I enjoy physical activities like training martial arts and going to nature.

Leanne - Senior Mentor / Boxing Mentor

I’m a Youth and Boxing Mentor , I work closely with young people to help them grow socially, emotionally, and personally. Whether it's one-on-one sessions or group activities, I’m here to support them in all areas of life.

What makes me proudest is seeing the progress these young people make—whether they’re doing better in school, becoming more confident socially, or just feeling better about themselves. Their success is what drives me every day.

I’m really passionate about what I do, especially because I come from a similar background as some of the youth I work with. This helps me understand their challenges and connect with them on a deeper level.

I also know how important it is for young people to feel like they belong, so I’m always encouraging them to join sports clubs or start an exercise routine. It’s a great way for them to build confidence, stay healthy, and make new friends.

A1 - Mentor

As a mentor, I am deeply committed to creating safe, empowering spaces for young people, helping them build confidence and carve out their own paths. With extensive experience in mental health, young offenders, sectioned units, and learning disabilities, I bring a wealth of knowledge to my work.

Beyond my professional role, I am a multidisciplinary storyteller with a passion for community engagement. My creative endeavours span performance, dance, theatre, music, and film. I have worked with diverse communities, including BIPOC, South East Asian, and Welsh communities, bringing stories to life and fostering connections across cultures.

Anton - Boxing Mentor

I'm Anton, an 11-0 professional boxer with 15 years of experience in the sport and over 5 years competing at the pro level. Beyond the ring, I’m passionate about motivating young people to lead healthy, active lifestyles. For over 6 years, I’ve been working with young people, running one-on-one and small group boxing sessions that build resilience, respect, confidence, and discipline. My goal is to help young people apply these skills to overcome everyday challenges and thrive.

Sonny - Music Mentor

My dedication to music education and mentoring is at the core of everything I do. I've been empowering young minds since 2012, starting my journey by managing dynamic music workshops across the United States, Australia and eventually England. With a rich background in music production, instrumental tutoring, special education needs (SEN) teaching, and mentoring, I bring a unique blend of creativity and compassion to Inspire Mentoring.

Lucy - Mentor

I have 16 years of experience working with children and young people, beginning with a grade A qualification in Childcare and Youth Studies at Filton College. I later earned a Certificate of Higher Education in Teacher Training from the University of Gloucestershire and a degree in Childhood and Youth Studies from the Open University.

My career spans working with ages 0-5 for seven years before transitioning to older youth. Over the past seven years, I’ve worked in Alternative Learning Provisions and a Pupil Referral Unit, teaching PSHE, ASDAN, and running Offsite Provisions. My focus is on building strong relationships, empowering young people to see their strengths, and supporting them in overcoming challenges positively.