Meet the Trustees

Michael has been deeply involved with The Scouts since joining his local Beaver Colony at the age of 9. Over the years, he has taken on numerous roles within the movement, both at a local level in Salford and on a national scale. His notable contributions include serving as the Chair of The National Awards Advisory Group and being a member of the National Board of Trustees from 2012 to 2015. Additionally, Michael was a trustee for the Greater Manchester West (GMW) Scouts for 9 years. His leadership roles within the Scouts include being a Cub Leader, ADC Cubs in Salford, and the GMW Top Awards Coordinator, where he supported higher awards. Professionally, Michael works as the Assistant Headteacher for Outreach, Partnership and Service at The Manchester Grammar School. He is also an experienced Mountain Leader, with a passion for hill-walking, mountaineering and trekking. Beyond his commitments to Scouting and his professional career, Michael contributes to the community as a Magistrate in Greater Manchester and serves as a Deputy Lieutenant for Greater Manchester. Furthermore, he is a Trustee for The Bond Board, an organisation dedicated to reducing homelessness by securing private sector housing for people with low incomes.

Dave has been a member of The Scouts since the age of six. He started his adult leadership journey as Assistant Scout Leader at 1st Over St Johns in Winsford, shortly after gaining his Queen’s Scout Award. He was appointed as Assistant County Commissioner (Scouts) in 2007, having volunteered on the National Scout section support team since 2004. In 2011 he became Deputy County Commissioner, before being appointed as County Commissioner (Lead Volunteer) in 2021. Dave has been instrumental in driving youth engagement in Cheshire and was a Cheshire Unit Leader to the World Scout Jamboree in Japan. Professionally, Dave is Assistant Principal Student Experience for Stoke on Trent College. Outside of work and Scouts, you can find Dave running, walking, spending time with his family and friends, as well as skiing and travelling.

Dan is an Economics Student at the University of Bath, but home will always be Chester. He started his scouting experience 13 years ago and has enjoyed every opportunity scouting has offered him, including two World Scout Jamborees, multiple Gang Shows and many Cheshire Hikes. Dan has been a Beaver Leader, a Young Leader at Cubs and was Deputy District Youth Commissioner for Chester & District. He wants all young people in Cheshire Scouts to be able to say they shaped their own adventure! Outside of studying and scouting, Dan loves to play badminton, works as a waiter, and has a real passion for winter sports. It’s rare you don’t hear about his time as a chalet host in the French alps.

Andy is married, with two adult children and lives in Congleton. He is a management consultant having moved to Cheshire after retiring from the Army last year. A passionate mountaineer, whose ambition frequently outstrips his talent, he has climbed all over the world and has a particular love of ice climbing in Norway. Andy attributes his love of the outdoors and adventurous spirit to his time in the Cubs and Scouts nearly 45 years ago. He believes it is a tremendous privilege to be able to reconnect and contribute to a movement that has given him such inspiration through his life.

Glen Dugdale, BEng (Hons), PG (Dip), CIWFM, ACIBSE
Glen is the Estates Project Manager for the Sedbergh School Estate in Cumbria, a role he has held for 8 years, prior to which he was Head of Facilities Management Services for AQA. Glen has been a volunteer with 15th Warrington (St. Josephs) Scouts for over 20 years, is a County Training Advisor and was a member of the Cheshire Unit Leadership team to the 23rd World Scout Jamboree in Japan 2015.

John retired having spent some 40 years working in telecommunications.  His scouting life started as a cub, scout and leader in Hertfordshire and progressed via Essex, Cambridgeshire, Bedfordshire and now Cheshire. During this time he has held roles at group, district and county levels including the county commissioner role in Bedfordshire.  Outside of Scouting he enjoys attending football matches as a supporter of Manchester United. He also is involved with various roles within the Methodist Church.

Nung is an aspiring Educational Psychologist. She is currently studying Psychology in Education at the University of York and is due to graduate this Summer. Nung is progressing to study a PGCE at the University of Leeds. Nung sits across the Children in Care Council and Care Leavers Council representing the voice of young people and young adults in the care service under Cheshire West and Chester Council. Nung is a District Youth Lead for Ebor and when at home volunteers as an Assistant Cub Scout Leader for Cestrian Scout Group in Chester.

Jonathan is married with two young-adult children and lives in Bramhall. Now (semi) retiring from professional life and eager to contribute to such a great movement having been a Cub and Scout many years ago. He has over 30 years’ experience as a senior marketing professional in the telecoms and finance sectors having worked in the UK and Canada. He has an MBA from the University of Bradford School of Management and is an Associate Member of the Chartered Institute of Marketing. A keen musician since taking piano lessons as a child which has now evolved into electronic music production. Also, a lover of all outdoor pursuits with the highlight being regular ski trips to the French Alps.

Sue is an experienced and highly trusted Personal Assistant with over three decades of dedicated service across local government and related organisations. She currently serves as Personal Assistant to the Chief Executive of a GM City Council, providing high-level executive and administrative support within a fast-paced and demanding environment. Sue also works in governance as a Minute Clerk, attending Trust, Board and Committee meetings to ensure accurate and professional minute-taking.  She is actively involved in the community as a School Governor.

Outside of work, Sue is heavily involved in Scouting, holding a range of leadership and trustee roles at both District and County level, although her heart remains with her weekly role as Akela. She is a proud nana to three granddaughters and enjoy spending time with her family. She can often be found out walking her Border Collie, Alfie, or relaxing with a good book.