About Metal For Good

Hugh ‘Moose’ Evans – Chair

I joined Metal For Good as I saw how my experience could tangibly benefit others. I have spent most of my professional career building rock and metal communities. While immensely satisfying, this work was always on behalf of private companies. When the opportunity arose to give my time and expertise to a charity, it was a simple choice. I believe the best way I can help myself is by helping others – so it’s a win-win scenario.

I understand the powerful sense of belonging within the rock and metal community. That power is real. Metal For Good harnesses that power and parleys it into real-life situations of help and support. Who wouldn’t want to be a part of that?

Nadine Croney – Vice Chair

For me, music is about community, belonging, and individuality, which is why Metal For Good resonates so heavily with me. Volunteering for the charity allows me to channel my 25+ years of brand, marketing, and communications expertise into a cause I love. I’m motivated by the opportunity to help others through music by improving wellbeing, tackling inequality, and creating life-changing opportunities. I also love using my skillset to help build Metal For Good’s profile and brand in the metal scene, helping to raise money and fund amazing projects.

Nic Skipwith

I was drawn to Metal For Good by Katy and Chris’s energy and vision to use music for social good. With over 20 years in the not-for-profit sector, supporting charities and social causes, I bring extensive fundraising experience. My motivation is to help the charity grow and maximise its impact, using music as a force for positivity, inclusion, and wellbeing. I’m proud to combine my professional expertise with my passion for making the world a better place.

Lisa Bardsley

I was inspired to join Metal For Good by a shared passion for heavy metal, volunteering and making a difference. With a career in the music industry – specialising in record label management, marketing, and project planning – I bring industry knowledge and connections to help the charity grow. Being part of this skilled team is a source of pride, as we work together to drive the charity’s growth, impact, respect and awareness.

Neil Turnham

Supporting Metal For Good is a natural extension of my lifelong passion for rock and metal, and my belief in the community’s power to drive positive change. I was drawn to the charity’s mission to make a tangible difference for those who need it most. With 20 years in talent and HR leadership in media and events, and as a qualified personal and leadership coach, I bring expertise in connecting people and resources. My role is to activate networks and experiences that generate meaningful social impact, helping Metal For Good grow and deliver happiness to more lives.

Ric Blaxill

My motivation for joining Metal For Good comes from a deep belief in the power of music to unite and uplift communities. After decades in broadcasting and the music industry, I saw firsthand how the rock and metal community channels passion into real change. Metal For Good’s commitment to grassroots impact and inclusivity resonates with my values. As a trustee, I leverage my extensive network – broadcasters, promoters, artists, and managers – to amplify our mission and bring new allies on board. My experience helps us build partnerships and reach more people, ensuring that Metal For Good isn’t just a charity, but a movement that empowers communities through music.

Jake Tullett – Chair of Grants Committee

Music’s ability to transform lives is my core motivation for supporting Metal For Good. I want more people to experience the joy, confidence, and connection that music brings. My background in the social impact sector – grant making, impact measurement, and community development – enables me to help the charity grow its reach and effectiveness. As a trustee, I’m committed to making Metal For Good one of the most impactful and recognised names in our scene, ensuring our work delivers real, lasting change.

Kesh Mauree-Bain

Metal has shaped my identity from an early age, but as a brown woman, I haven’t always felt represented in the community. Joining Metal For Good lets me blend my lifelong passion for metal with my professional experience in equality, diversity, and inclusion. I lead initiatives to increase representation and break down barriers, and I’m committed to expanding the charity’s reach so everyone can experience the power and positivity of the metal community.

Emma Wallis

I’ve always found the rock and metal community to be one of the most open, supportive, and energising spaces you can step into – a place where people feel connected and free to be themselves. That sense of belonging has been a constant in my life, and it’s what immediately drew me to Metal for Good. The charity’s mission brings together everything I care about: community, compassion, and the transformative power of music. Most of my career has been spent in finance leadership helping organisations grow, build resilience, and navigate change. Being a Trustee at Metal for Good gives me the chance to apply those skills to something that feels so meaningful. The idea that rock and metal can help improve wellbeing, create confidence, and open doors for people who need it most resonates deeply with me.