Leanchoil Trust Trustees

Our People

The main efforts of the Trust are carried out by our innovative team of Trustees, employees and volunteers who seek to positively represent our values and deliver services which achieve our mission and vision as a charity.

Maj. Gen the Hon Seymour Monro CBE LVO. Lord Lieutenant of Moray and Leanchoil Trust president. Career army officer now retired. Involved with numerous third sector activities, many military-related but also local wellbeing organisations.

Prof Marianne Nicolson. Chair of the Leanchoil Trust (LT) board. Consultant medical oncologist with 35 years’ experience of working in the NHS, 24 years as consultant in NHS Grampian and now part time with NHS Highland. A former trustee of CLAN and research adviser to several cancer charities. Lead for Health and Wellbeing.

Dr Jana Hutt MBE. Vice-chair of the board. Retired Highlands & Islands officer (skills and business development). 20 years’ experience overseeing the restoration of Knockando Woolmill and 12 years as chair of Moray College UHI. Experienced in overview and management of complex development projects in old buildings, including funding.

Graham Murdoch. Owner of long-standing family firm of butchers in Forres. Member of Forres Community Council and of numerous third sector organisations and trusts. Leads the relationship with Health & Social Care and mental health of young people.

Michael Barron. Retired solicitor with over 30 years’ experience in corporate law.  Board member of several other charities.  Leads for the LT in legal matters, especially in relation to the community asset transfer.

Alan James DL. Director and owner of A J Engineering & Construction Services Ltd. Deputy Lieutenant for Moray. Involved in local third sector organisations and duties related to Lieutenancy. Advisor on matters relating to construction.

Consultant Sarah Kettles is an experienced built-heritage professional working in Scotland. She is highly skilled in developing and managing grant-funded heritage projects, fundraising, capacity building and community engagement. Sarah has first-hand experience of working for a range of organisations including local government, charitable trusts, grant funders and the private sector.

Mark McIntosh brings over 20 years of experience in electrical engineering, project management and senior leadership to the Trust. Mark’s early career started in MOD Facilities and Project Management prior to transitioning to the utility sector, where he has spent the last 11 years. Currently a senior manager for a national utility company, his broad experience will support the Trust’s long-term capital development goals.

Mark McIntosh, Trustee, Leanchoil Trust

Janie Logan is a Registered Adult Nurse with a strong background in frontline healthcare and service leadership. She is passionate about improving patient care and supporting teams to deliver high-quality, compassionate services.

As a trustee of the Leanchoil Trust, Janie is keen to contribute to projects that strengthen and support the local community. She brings valuable experience in governance, safeguarding, and partnership working, alongside a practical, people-focused approach.

Janie enjoys working collaboratively and is committed to helping the Trust make a positive and lasting difference.

Janie Logan, Trustee, Leanchoil Trust, Forres