Stephen, also known as Dows, has worked in the charitable sector and Students' Unions for over 15 years, and for the last five years, he has been working in both the private and third sector helping to train and develop hundred's of people in skills around leadership, facilitation, public speaking and campaigning with his business Stand & Be Counted.

Peter has enjoyed success as a Chief Executive Officer in students’ unions for the last 23 years and this, taken together with 10 years at NUS and a range of voluntary roles will ensure he brings a broad range of organisational experience to the role of Trustee. At UCLan Students’ Union he demonstrated great determination to keep focus on the core role and purpose of the Union; to represent and serve a diverse membership. He remains as committed as he was when he was Leeds Polytechnic Union President in 1983 to the opportunities democratic student leadership provides for students to shape their own futures. In real life he plays a lot of tennis, cycles, volunteers in his local community, has an active role in local politics and grows lots of great edible stuff on his allotment.

Louise Lapish is a highly experienced Leadership and Management Trainer and Career Coach working across a broad range of sectors and clients globally. She creates inclusive programmes that enable people to perform at their best and feel empowered. She has also been a Trustee and Chair of the trustee sin the charity sector for many years and is excited to be joining LBSU at such an important time.

Paul Riley has over 30 years of experience in financial services and has served as Director of Treasury at Leeds Building Society since 2000. He holds a BA Hons in Industrial Economics from Coventry University (1992), AMCT, and DRP qualifications. Paul has been a trustee of the Leeds Building Society Staff Pension Scheme since 2008, chairing it since 2018, and joined the LBSU Board as a co-opted Trustee in October 2023. A Leeds native, he is also a season ticket holder at Leeds United.

I'm a student community organiser. I'm here to listen to any ideas or questions you have so don't feel afraid to ask! I study Law and Professional Legal Practice and I'm also involved with the Law PALS scheme so if you are new in the law community and looking to get involved I can help! I have worked as a sales representative and customer service before and now I'm here to work with fellow students. My best advice for anyone just starting is to know you're not alone, you will be hit with a lot of opportunities and scenarios but you will find what works for you, just take it slow and grow from the experience you have gained so far. You got this!

Hi, my name's Hafsa. I am an undergraduate student in my second year studying nutrition. I am a commuting student - so I understand the struggle. My interests outside of university include leisure activities, for example paintballing and pottery. To wind down I love reading. My goal as a Student Community Organiser is to make your life as a student better, in any way I can. Whatever that may be, however my focus is in issues with faith and nationality.

I'm currently completing a Masters' degree in Information Technology and also work as a Course Representative. Previously I've worked in technical support and customer service roles and in my free time I love cooking, painting and crafting, anything creative that helps me unwind!

Hi! I’m Manan Jain, a second-year Business and Management student from India at Leeds Beckett. I’m currently a Course Rep, Community Leader for the Business Strategy, Operations & Enterprise Students' Community, and a Student Community Organiser. I’ve worked in both the hospitality and retail sectors, and I enjoy singing, learning new skills, and connecting with others.

I'm currently studying Biomedical Sciences, and in my free time I enjoy boxing and MMA - I've earned gold medals in these sports and now coach professionally to young people in South Leeds. I'm passionate about using sport to inspire and empower young people.

Jacqui Short is the Director of Resources & Operations at Leeds Beckett Students’ Union. She leads on key areas like Finance, HR, Governance and Digital, making sure everything behind the scenes runs smoothly so students and staff can thrive. Jacqui has a BSc in Chemistry from the University of Leeds and has spent much of her career in the education and non-profit sectors, where she’s developed a strong passion for supporting people and creating inclusive, empowering environments. Having lived in Leeds as a student, she’s proud to be part of a community that champions student voice and innovation. Outside of work, Jacqui loves being outdoors, skiing whenever she gets the chance, and spending time with her dog.

I am the Director of Business Development and Communications, and I am also the Deputy Chief Executive and I have worked for Leeds Beckett Students’ Union for 17 years and part of my role as Director of Business Development and Communications is Managing the Head of Venues, Head of Business Development and Head of Marketing and Communications. Within my directorate, I oversee all income generation, our food and drinks offer, our gigs, our merchandise as well as all our marketing and comms. I am also a member of the Senior Management Team and I deputise for the CEO when he is on leave.  I was a student at Leeds Beckett in 1997-2000 so it is lovely to now be working here and trying to make students lives better!

Neil is the Chief Exec of the SU, he leads the staff team and works with the elected officers and the Board of Trustees to set the SU strategy, manage our finances, and lead the SU staff team. Neil joined LBSU in 2022 and has previously worked in Students’ Unions across the region, starting his career as an elected officer at Leeds University Union. He has a BA (hons) in Politics & Parliamentary Studies and an MA in Activism & Social Change, both from the University of Leeds. He is committed to improving the lives of students and building social capital within and beyond our University. Outside of work you can find him running the streets, footpaths and canals of Wakefield and Leeds, and following Sunderland AFC.

John has over 20 years’ experience in Students’ Union leadership, having been Students’ Union President at Huddersfield University, where he graduated, and has been at Leeds Beckett as a Senior Manager and Director for the last 11 years. Outside work, John has also been involved in local politics and has volunteered as a Trustee at Bradford College Students’ Union. As a result of the community organising work that John has led on introducing to the Students’ Union, he is also on the Leadership Team for the West Yorkshire Chapter of Citizens UK.