The City of London & Hackney Governors

Reno has lived and worked in The City for over 20 years and has a keen interest in the ways that digital innovation can improve patient care within the NHS. He has extensive experience as a technology strategy consultant working in the financial services sector and has previously served as a director of Healthwatch City of London. As a Governor Reno’s focus is on ensuring that the diverse voices of those in The City - residents and workers alike - are heard loud and clear at all levels within the trust." 

Renato was born in Sardinia, Italy, and pursued his passion for knowledge by studying Philosophy at Cagliari University, where he graduated in 1999. That same year, he qualified as a teacher of philosophy and history. Following his academic achievements, Renato began working with a non-governmental organization specializing in conflict management, an experience that deepened his commitment to social justice and collaboration.

In 2003, Renato relocated to the United Kingdom and embarked on a successful career in Revenue Management within the hospitality industry. Over the next 15 years, he contributed to the success of several major international brands. In 2018, Renato stepped back from his professional career due to health reasons but continued to seek ways to make a positive impact.

Since 2022, Renato has been an active member of People Participation with the East London NHS Foundation Trust. In this role, he works as an interview panellist, delivers insightful talks to medical students at Queen Mary University of London, and contributes to quality improvement projects aimed at enhancing healthcare services. His efforts reflect his passion for social justice and equal opportunities for NHS service users.

Renato is also an accomplished artist, finding joy in painting and ceramics. Beyond his artistic pursuits, he maintains a keen interest in politics, economics, and science, blending his intellectual curiosity with a commitment to meaningful change.

Caroline brings a strong mix of experience, skills and values to her Public Governor role, including in communications and the voluntary sector. She is Founder and Chair of Together TV, the UK’s TV channel for inspiring positive change, and runs the Social Founder Network, to support founders of charities and social enterprises. She was Founder Chief Executive of the UK’s leading communications charity Media Trust, giving a voice to charities, young people, disadvantaged and misrepresented communities. Caroline was a Hackney school governor for many years, and a Hackney teacher. She volunteers in her local night shelter and is a member of the Homerton NHS Foundation Trust. As a Public Governor Caroline wants ELFT to improve how we communicate with, and support, the populations we serve, including Hackney residents, and to increase and deepen ELFT’s partnerships with the voluntary and community sector. 

I have lived, raised my children and worked as a GP in Hackney for 30 years. I worked extensively with ELFT staff and understand the pressures and demands on this service. If elected, will use my knowledge and experience to represent the views of patients, carers, community and staff to the Board, how practice and policy roll out for people. I will fulfil my statutory responsibility as part of the governance structure. A member of ELFT for several years and Governor at the Homerton Hospital for 9 years.  I am active in campaigning for better health services as part of Doctors in Unite and Hackney Healthwatch. 

Beverley was a Resource Officer for the Metropolitan Police Service. Beverley is a carer for her husband who is on the Autism Spectrum. She is active in the community and is on various Hackney Council committees which includes: Older Peoples Reference Group, Adults Social Care, Hackney Healthwatch, Carers in Bedrock and more. Beverly wants to ensure health care is improved for all. As a Governor, Beverley tries to ensure that everybody gets what they are entitled to from the system. She has spent the last 2 years trying to understand the benefits system and how the NHS works.  2020 has been a very different and difficult year. East London Foundation Trust (ELFT) has been doing a wonderful job and she would like to continue the work she started. 

As a result-driven Corporate Communications professional with expertise in employee and stakeholder engagement, I believe my role as a governor is to be the voice of the public. I am committed to exploring how our NHS can learn to do more with less. I will do my utmost to help improve efficiency. 
I am naturally inquisitive - some might say nosey - I take great satisfaction in uncovering the root of problems and finding robust, long-term solutions. I am ready, and I relish the honour to fight on your behalf. Those who know me will tell you that I am not easily persuaded. I research facts and figures before I make a decision. They will confidently say that I will be a very strong advocate for patients. I am a Governor who is dedicated, perceptive, charming, friendly, practical, and hard-working - with a loud voice and a tenacious character.