The Trustees
Conquest Centre’s Trustees offer their expertise and guidance on a voluntary basis to ensure the smooth running of our charity. If you are interested in becoming a Trustee, please contact Patrick Draycott (the Board Administrator): patrick@conquestcentre.org.uk.
JAMES HOLYDAY: CHAIRMAN
James is a Director of Summerfield, a regional development company, with extensive experience of construction and property management. He became involved with Conquest Centre in 2006 and joined the Board of Trustees as Chairman in 2008. He enjoys the challenge of working with a local ‘grass roots’ charity and especially the fundraising and management of the Centre.
DAVID HARDY: TREASURER
David has been involved with Conquest Centre for a many years, as he is Jess’s step-father! He has been drafted in to help out with many things from building our first website, to directing traffic at events. So it was only right that he became a member of the Board of Trustees. In Sept 2008 David was elected treasurer. He works in the electronics industry, and is a keen pilot so keep your eyes peeled in the skies above Taunton!
JOHN HARRISON: TRUSTEE
John relocated to Somerset 13 years ago and not being quiet ready for full retirement, continued to run two Property Development and Investment Companies as well as being an active member of the Community (for example: Debt Adviser at Taunton Citizens Advice, Chairman of a Parish Council and a local Almshouse Charity). Johns career and eclectic practical skill set lends itself to the maintenance, safety and growth of Conquest. This, along with his horsey pursuits (he and his wife own 5 horses, incl. 2 which they rescued) plus his passion for fundraising, make him a keen member of the Trustee Board. His wife has also enjoyed being a Volunteer at Conquest Centre for a number of years.
