The Mighty Girls team

  • MARSHA MARS - FOUNDER

    I started Mighty Girls because I want to make a positive difference to the lives of girls and young women.

    I help design and deliver Mighty Girls clubs, events and workshops and co-ordinate our team of staff and volunteers. I taught English for 10 years, am a mentor and qualified coach. I am lucky to work with young people on a daily basis, and am passionate about helping them to recognise their unique skills and talents and to believe in themselves.

  • NICKI PILKINGTON - OFFICE & EVENTS CO-ORDINATOR

    Nicki’s calm but mighty manner means that our office and events run smoothly. Nicki is an experienced Special Education mentor and a Solution Focused Hypnotherapist.

  • KATH HARRIES - PROJECT CO-ORDINATOR

    Kath works on our Positive Relationships Project and brings fun and organisational skills in equal measure to Mighty Girls HQ.

    Her proactive and can do approach means we are in a safe pair of hands.

  • CLARE BROWN - AFTER SCHOOL CLUB LEADER

    I got involved with Mighty Girls after attending their launch event. I have worked in education and training for the last 10 years and specialise in working with children who have additional needs. I am also proud of successfully raising 3 strong, resilient and independent daughters.

    I am the resident Mighty Crafter.

  • KARIN CHALMERS - PARTNERSHIPS DIRECTOR & CHAIR OF THE BOARD

    I have worked in broadcasting management, TV development and content production at the BBC and within the independent sector for the last 25 years.

    I have been fortunate to work with some amazing women in that time. I want to help Mighty Girls become the next generation of amazing women. I advise on partnership and fundraising strategy.

  • GORSE BURRETT - DIRECTOR (PEOPLE DEVELOPMENT)

    I'm passionate about supporting and developing young people. My background is in people development, HR and coaching.

    I feel very lucky to be a board member. I take a keen interest in what is going on and am responsible for ensuring that we are successful and deliver against our commitments.

    Outside of work I enjoy swimming, yoga and spending time with friends and family. My husband and I live in Chippenham with our two children and I am also a step-mum to two.

  • MARGARITA DONKOH LOCKNER - YOUTH ADVISOR

    I have always been passionate about supporting and empowering young women with their greatest achievements. From my experience of mentoring & tutoring girls they often struggle to express their feelings. Through working with the Steering Group I want to create a safe space for girls to express their feelings without judgment.

    I am currently an Engineering student at Bath University.

  • ALICE ELSMORE - FINANCE ADVISOR

    Alice advises the board on Finance strategy.

  • LEIGH EVANS - ADVISOR

    I volunteer on the board because I want to encourage and support young people to achieve their goals; and to promote a working environment that nurtures and values the work they do. With over 20 years working as a lawyer, I manage MG policies and procedures.

  • SARAH HEATHCOTE - WELLBEING DIRECTOR

    I volunteer at Mighty Girls because I believe in the vision and aim to provide a friendly space for girls and young women to be themselves, have fun and develop the confidence and self-belief to achieve whatever they want to.

    I have 20 years experience working in public health and research and have acquired particular expertise in promoting health and wellbeing among children and young people.

  • EMILY MIDDLETON - EDUCATION ADVISOR & FACILITATOR

    With over 15 years experience as an art, photography and media teacher, Emily brings creative flair and enthusiasm to the Mighty Girls team. Her wide experience and passion for championing all young people makes her a valued member of the team.

  • MADELEINE RICHARDS - VOLUNTEER

    I volunteer at Mighty Girls to carry on the family tradition of promoting feminism and equality for women. Now semi-retired I bring 40 years business/administration experience to the team, and help keep things running smoothly at Mighty Girls HQ.