Jonathan Wootten

Sam is an Associate Partner with IBM Consulting (ChMC), where he specialises in supporting clients in Financial Services with Digital Transformation. His expertise spans Operational Resilience/Risk, Cloud Adoption and the use of Generative AI, to address a range of customer and back-office challenges. He is an advocate for mental health/wellbeing in the workplace and outside of a professional setting, is passionate about improving access to mental health services for those in need and helping to remove the stigma around openly talking about mental health issues. Outside of work, Sam enjoys spending time with his family and friends between the south coast and the North of England, where he continues to be a season ticket holder for his home football team, BWFC.

Karen Butcher is delighted to be a Trustee.  She is married to Tim, have two grown up kids, and a fluffy dog called Lola.  Karen has worked in charities for many years – including four years as Finance Coordinator for Dorset Mind! An avid reader, obsessive crocheter, and love travelling when time (and money) permits.  She have a neurological condition that limits her mobility, but doesn't let that stop her doing what she wants!  She is chuffed to remain part of the Dorset Mind family as a Trustee, and looks forward to helping out wherever she can.

Ben Lawes ACCA is a certified chartered accountant at PKF Francis Clark in Poole. His role as an Audit Supervisor has given him experience in auditing and preparing accounts for companies and charities from a wide range of sectors on the south coast. He grew up in Dorset and is proud to be the Treasurer for one of the most important charities for the people of the County he loves so much. Outside of work and his role at Dorset Mind, Ben enjoys making the most of the Dorset countryside by doing triathlons and hiking.