MEET THE STAFF
We are a small part-time staff team but with our Trustees, artists, volunteers and casual workers we are around 40 strong!
We now operate remotely, with us all working from home. Below are more details about what we get up to day to day. Email any of us if you have any questions.
PROGRAMME MANAGER
Emma firmly believes that meaningful arts and cultural experiences can positively impact lives. For over 14 years, she has managed and delivered creative learning programmes with and for people from a variety of backgrounds. Career highlights include shaping Derby Theatre's 'Learning Theatre' as their first Creative Learning Associate, working with women in prison with Clean Break Theatre Company and working in the communities of Hounslow while she managed the Creative People and Places (ACE) programme there.
Emma has previously been a Trustee for the London Waterways Partnership, Canal and River Trust. She has also volunteered for Stonewall, the leading LGBTQ+ Charity and Alzheimer's Research UK; most recently coordinating 'The Great Race for Alzheimer's' in Hull where teams of people raced for 17 hours around the city completing challenges on their journey.
In her spare time, Emma loves to try new things, adventuring with her baby, listening to stories from family and friends and reading.
KATIE SMITH
ADMINISTRATOR
Katie is a passionate believer in volunteering and getting involved in her local community. She has been working as Ignite Imaginations’ administrator since September 2011. Before that she had a variety of work roles, including admin, marketing and working with children and volunteers at after school and holiday clubs.
Since joining the organisation she has increased her involvement in recruiting and inducting new volunteers and uses her love or writing to publicise the organisation through press releases and social media. She enjoys working for such a creative and nurturing organisation that aims to bring art to everyone.
CARYS THOMAS
PROJECT CO-ORDINATOR
Carys is passionate about the transformational impact creativity can have on the lives of individuals and communities. She has worked and volunteered on community projects across Sheffield for over eight years, including working with Bloom, SAGE Greenfingers and Sheffield Theatres. Carys is particularly passionate about advocating for increased access to the arts for underserved communities in the city.
Carys is a Trustee of Northern Stage theatre in Newcastle where she previously worked in the Learning and Participation team as a Community Support Worker. She is a member of the Young Trustees Movement and supports organisations in diversifying their boards.
When she's not working Carys can often be found singing and playing music, or spending time outdoors gardening and walking in the peak district.
LUISA GOLOB
CHIEF EXECUTIVE
After studying Psychology at Sheffield University in 2002, I worked for a number of charities including Barnardo’s (mentoring young people), Safe@Last (fundraiser) and Leeds City Council (organising large arts event) before becoming CEO at Ignite Imaginations in 2008. I have previously been on the steering group for SNAP and Sheffield Arts and Wellbeing Network and board member and chair for the Sheffield Creative Guild.
Outside of Ignite Imaginations I have been involved in running Sharrow Lantern Carnival since 2006 and co-manage the craft brewery On the Edge.
I love painting, walking, climbing, generally being outside and gardening! Oh and dancing!
luisa@igniteimaginations.org.uk
Mob: 07599 101228
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LISA PRICE
MARKETING OFFICER
Lisa looks after our marketing and communications from web updates and newsletters to press coverage and social media updates.
Lisa has a CIM Professional Diploma in Marketing and has experience in a range of sectors. Working at Ignite Imaginations has given her the opportunity to grow and develop her expertise in third sector marketing.
During her time at the organisation Lisa has been involved in the marketing of various projects ranging from virtual workshops, to the Ambassador programme and the incredible art installations and experiences of Art at the Heart and Reimagine.
One of her favourite things about the role is hearing and sharing the stories of people who have participated in an Ignite Imaginations event.
Outside of work Lisa enjoys spending time with her family, walking in the peak district, playing in Endcliffe Orchestra and being part of the Dronfield Woodhouse Well-Dressing team.