Guernsey Employment Trust (GET) has recruited four new directors, bringing additional expertise to the charity as demand for its specialist employment support reaches record levels.
Referrals to GET have increased by 25% over the past year, underlining the growing need for specialist support for disabled and neurodivergent islanders seeking employment.
Chairman, John Curran said: “GET is entering an important period in its development.
“Demand for our services continues to grow and it is essential that the organisation has the right mix of skills, experience and perspectives around the board table.”
He said he was “delighted”, adding: “Their expertise will help support GET’s continued development and ensure we remain focused on delivering positive outcomes for clients, employers and the wider community.”
Decade of growth
Over the past year, Eleanor Round, Dawn Gallienne, Lorna Pestana and Dr Michael Blyth have joined the board, broadening its expertise across finance, communications and stakeholder engagement, human resources, fundraising and healthcare.
Chief Executive Nicola Ioannou-Droushiotis said: “I’ve seen GET grow enormously over the past ten years, not just in the number of people we support but in the relationships we’ve built with employers and the wider community.
“I’m incredibly proud of what we’ve achieved, but I also know there is much more we can do.
“What excites me about this board is the energy, experience and genuine commitment they bring.
“They understand what we’re trying to achieve and, most importantly, why it matters.”
