Stephen Gould, Trustee

With over 40 years of experience in aquatic sports, water safety, governance, and commercial leadership, Stephen brings a grounded and collaborative voice to the RLSS UK Trustee Board.

His connection to water is lifelong – from competitive swimming and early open water adoption to marathon swims, including the English Channel. He is only the 434th person worldwide to complete an IISA-certified Ice Mile and currently swims for Team GB in international ice swimming. He works with organisations like SwimQuest, STA and NOWCA to widen safe, inclusive access to open water for all.

As a qualified IASA Swimming Teacher, RLSS UK Beach Lifeguard, Swimming Teachers’ Association Open Water Coach, and First Responder, he brings frontline experience and lived insight. A near-drowning while white water rafting, marine life injuries, and helping recover a deceased swimmer have shared a profound respect for water and a deep belief in RLSS UK’s lifesaving mission.

Professionally, Stephen serves as a Trustee for The Light Fund, raising over £2 million, and advises the GB Board of the International Ice Swimming Association. As an elected Trustee, Stephen will champion volunteers, listen to members, and help grow RLSS UK’s reach, relevance, and resources.

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Bryan Finlay, President

Let’s use our history to shape our inclusive future. Our 130+ year history makes us strong and proud—let’s use this to our advantage and build upon our strong foundations to develop our charity and increase our visibility and recognition in the UK and Ireland.
Peter Moyes, Deputy President

Peter’s strategic leadership experience in the public, private and voluntary sector spans over 20 years.
Ben Johns, Chair

Ben has been an active member of RLSS UK since completing his Bronze Medallion at age 14.
Joanne Young, Trustee

Since the age of 14, Joanne has been a member of lifesaving clubs/services, working collectively with others to promote the importance of water safety and ensure that the community benefits from the skills and knowledge needed to save lives now and in the future.
Rachel Healey, Trustee

Rachel has been involved with RLSS UK since she was seven years old and first started lifesaving lessons.
Kit Owen-Smith – Trustee

Kit brings extensive experience of working in the charitable sector to his role as an RLSS UK trustee.
Sheena Harper – Trustee

Sheena has gone from participant to lifesaving mentor in her 50 years’ membership of RLSS UK.
Carol Jones, Appointed Trustee

As a fully qualified accountant (F.C.C.A.), Carol brings strong analytical financial skills and business acumen into play. She has extensive experience of scrutinising financial reports and assessing the financial performance of an entity.
Georgina Tomlinson - Youth Advisor

Georgina is the youth advisor to the board of trustees.
Craig Kerr, Commercial Trustee

Craig brings a life-long passion for safety in and on water, along with expertise in professional services, to support the growth and strategic development of the society.