Meet The Team
Whether working directly with young people or supporting the team in doing so,
​the following people are vital in bringing the vision of LiNX to life.

Charlie Haywood

​After completing a degree in Business Studies at The University of Plymouth Charlie started her working life in Human Resources and Training at Nortel. After 8 years with the company, in 2002, she took voluntary redundancy and got married. That is when she first got involved with LiNX as a volunteer and then administrator. She left temporarily in 2004 to have 2 children but returned in 2009 as a schools worker. Her passion is to see young people find wholeness in every aspect of their life and to meet with the God who knows and loves them.

Fun fact: Charlie has lived in 22 different houses/flats since she was born. She is now settled in her 23rd (hopefully!)

Philip Eley

​Philip has an MA in Youth and Community work, as well as a teaching qualification. He is one of the church leaders at Roselands Community Church, and lives in Paignton with his wife and 3 children. Much of his recent training has been around Emotional Health, and he uses this knowledge and experience when writing and developing short courses and small group work. He also particularly loves mentoring and one-to-one listening.

Fun fact: Philip can fit a whole tennis ball in his mouth and close his mouth shut around it.

Sharleen Manhanha

Sharleen studied Sociology and Criminology at Teesside University, she has always been passionate about working with people in the community. In 2014 she felt it was the right time for her to go to Mattersey Theological college where she was undertaking her postgraduate diploma in Theology. She met her husband there and now they both as part of the leadership team at Living Waters Church in Paignton. 

Fun fact: Sharleen is originally from Zimbabwe.

Johnny Watts

​Johnny studied Business Administration at The University of Plymouth and founded Watts Marketing Agency alongside his role as Youth & Young Adults Pastor at Engage Torbay Church. As the Business Coordinator for LiNX, Johnny combines his passion for the future generation with his marketing strategies to ensure LiNX is represented remarkably.

Fun fact: Johnny was once shown for a few seconds on TV show Britain's Got Talent.

Tim Funnell

Tim has been part of many youth based projects across the UK for almost 20 years now, mainly working in secondary schools but also at various churches, skateparks, festivals and events. As the Project Manager for LiNX, Tim is committed to helping people live fulfilling lives that make a lasting difference.
 
Fun fact: Tim likes to wind up his friends and family ‘up north’ on social media by posting very sunny pictures and using #torbaydos

Matt Turner

Matt started with LiNX back in 2007 having previously worked in local church youth work and with South West Youth Ministries. With a background in education Matt is always looking for the best way to combine the message of the gospel with engaging and inspiring lessons.
 
Fun fact: Since the birth of his daughter, Matt claims his proudest achievement is being retweeted by Cbeebies!

Jordan Williams

Jordan has been working with LiNX since January 2016 and works primarily within the alternative provisions of Torbay and mainstream secondary schools behaviour intervention teams. He previously worked as a Child Protection Officer within a local secondary school, as Youth Pastor at his church and has studied at Marjons University BA Hons in Youth and Community Work.
 
He has lived in Torbay his whole life and got married in June 2017. Jordan loves football and supports both West Ham Utd and Torquay Utd. He always tries to be positive, which helps in supporting these Football teams as they need as much positivity as they can get!

Chris Carter

Chris has worked at LiNX since 2006, and seen the work grow. Her work is based in the office and amongst other things, Chris handles the accounts, payroll and many for the administrative tasks along with helping at LiNX's activity week Elevate, in the summer.

Our Trustee's

Our trustee's are the governing body of LiNX who ensure the charity is working effectively.
Tim Smith
David Harwood
David Borrows
Jackie Olsen
Phil Miles

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