Trustees

Jeanne Chattoe

Chair of Trustees

Jeanne has given her amazing energy and enthusiasm to raise huge funds for the charity since she and her family were touched by breast cancer. Jeanne founded the Witney Action Group and organizes several annual events including a fashion show. Jeanne became a trustee in 2002 and became chair in 2009.

Richard Bahu

Deputy Chair of Trustees

A Chartered Chemical Engineer and fellow of the Institute of Chemical Engineering. Richard founded and was Managing Partner of The Oxis Partnership, stimulating innovation by making connections between emerging technologies and markets. He ran the Oxfordshire Support Group for the charity Hope & Homes, providing homes for victims and orphans of war.

Anthony Leathem MD

Trustee

Anthony founded the charity with his wife Patricia in 1993 to raise funds to support his research into the secondary spread of breast cancer. Anthony began his medical career in 1968, working initially as a doctor in pathology before branching out into medical research.

Dr Victoria Harmer

Trustee

Vickki is a Team Leader / clinical nurse specialist in breast care at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust. She ran the St Mary’s Breast Cancer Support Group for over a decade, whose patients generously fundraise for us. Vickki also advises for TV and film on breast cancer issues and work includes programmes such as Coronation Street, Family Affairs, The Archers, EastEnders and the film ‘Miss You Already’. She writes regularly for nursing press and was Nursing Times Cancer Nurse of the Year 2013.

Naomi Webb

Trustee

A conscientious, dynamic and driven AAT fellow, Naomi is currently studying towards full ACCA accreditation.

With a reputation for professionalism and diplomacy, Naomi, who has been a supporter for many years, provides support in matters relating to finance, staffing and legal matters.

Laura Hounam

Trustee

Jewellery designer Laura can often be found in and around Oxfordshire selling her creations at craft fairs.

A long-time member of the Witney Action Group, Laura donates all of the proceeds from her work to Against Breast Cancer.

Jenni Collins

Trustee

A Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Personnel & Development, Jenni has wide experience of working in the Public Sector. Jenni recently retired from the University of Oxford where she worked in a range of HR related roles including the Department of Chemistry and an Oxford College. She now volunteers to support a number of charities in fundraising and giving practical support.