Kathy Margerison
Head of Enterprise
Contact: kathymargerison@seedshub.org.uk
Kathy brings over fifteen years of experience in the third sector, including nearly a decade at Oxfam before joining Seeds Hub. She is also a trustee at the Islington Centre for Refugees and Migrants and volunteers as a listening volunteer with Samaritans.
Marta da Silva
Business Development Manager
Contact: martadasilva@seedshub.org.uk
With a wealth of experience in customer acquisition and sales, Marta thrives on the buzz of connecting with people. As the driving force behind everyday life at Seeds, Marta excels at curating events that bring people together to network, collaborate, and spark new ideas.
Elsa Caleb
Freelance Business Advisor
Contact: hello@seedshub.org.uk
Elsa is a Social Enterprise of the Year Awards winner and is currently a board director for the West London Chamber of Commerce. Drawing on years of diverse experience in strategic business development, Elsa runs workshops for Seeds Hub’s start-up programmes, on topics such as business planning, pitching, networking and partnership building.
Alina Chirvase
Communications Manager
Contact: alinachirvasecorbu@seedshub.org.uk
Alina has been working in communication for over 15 years. As a brand builder, she worked with large corporate brands as well as SMEs in various roles: copywriter, communications manager in the not-for-profit sector, PR Manager at Ogilvy PR, and Brand Strategist. Alina is a storyteller always trying to power-up the “for good” elements that organisations can implement for a fairer, more sustainable world.
Muriel Akahi
Hub and Programme Officer
Contact: murielakahi@seedshub.org.uk
Muriel is a dedicated and approachable professional with over 13 years of experience working at the Diocese of Westminster. As a theology graduate from Heythrop College, she excels in coordinating educational and administrative programs. Muriel is known for her strategic thinking, efficient management and quiet presence. Her role at Seeds Hub involves nurturing the Alumni community initiatives and fostering a welcoming environment for peer-to-peer collaboration.