Meet The Team

I’m Lauren the Creative Director of Square Peg Activities. I am also a parent to 3 Autistic children and 1 stepchild. Before I had children I worked in the hospitality and events industries and before that I trained in dance and drama. 

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We originally started running stay & play sessions when I discovered there was nowhere safe to take my own children. I think coming from a creative, customer facing background really helps me design interesting and fun experiences for our families. Being a parent to disabled children means I know first hand what many of our parents/carers go through on a daily basis which puts me in a great position to put new families at ease.

Interesting fact: I used to work as a background artist and was on set with a few celebrities as well as in a music video

I'm Sharon one of the founders of the charity. I have a background in networking and working at management level so have naturally adopted the role of Operations Director. Family challenges that presented when my grandchildren were young was the inspiration for the charity and it has become a family driven goal to support those in similar situations, and to take Square Peg to be the best organisation for disability leisure in North Birmingham and beyond.  My passion for Square Peg motivates me and it is a pleasure to work within the organisation with our fantastic team.

Interesting fact - I am a travel junkie and have visited many countries in the past, however we are fulfilling an ambition to visit every UK county on our wedding anniversary to see more of what our own country offers

Hiya, I’m Leanne and I joined the team in June 2023! My background is very different to the rest of the team as I spent 6 years of my career working in Learning & Development. However, with over 10 years’ experience in administration, needing to remain part time due to studying a degree and having a 3-year-old Autistic child; paired with my passion for inclusivity, especially Disability Inclusivity, Square Peg Activities seemed like the best next step in my career pathway! Working within a sector that faces challenges, is forever adapting and ensuring to always support those like my child is very rewarding! Interesting fact about me is probably that I have been blogging since I was 14 and that I also write music reviews for 3 Songs & Out (outside of my pink and red hair and tattoos 😂)

I’m Tyler and I recently joined the team as Delivery & Outreach Coordinator. I have a BA in Education & Psychology and a background in children’s residential care working with children that have trauma, EBD & challenging behaviour. Prior to this I worked with children & adults with disabilities at a day centre.

An interesting fact about me is that I have a side business called The Frida Project. This is a women’s community where I organise and run events & workshops. I also offer private party/event planning. I started the project so that women can go out and have fun in safe spaces, connect and build friendships. I also love binge watching series, hiking and LOVE cinnamon buns!

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