Meet The Team!
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Andy Warmington
Founder & Director
Andy founded Inclusive Sports Academy CIC in 2015, with the programme has continuing to grow successfully. So well, that the academy has since been recognised as the leading inclusive and disability coaching provider in the region. Andy strongly believes sport is for all and that it plays a valuable role in improving people’s lives. Before founding Inclusive Sports Academy CIC, Andy worked as Head Coach at Solihull Arden club where he developed a vibrant junior and adult programme. During this time, the club received the ‘National Club of the Year Award’ as recognition for their development initiatives. During 2017, he was awarded a Mayor’s Civic honour for his services to sport in Solihull.
Kat O'Donovan
Project & PA Manager
Kat is our project manager for children and young people, as well as the PA Co-ordinator brings with her a wealth of experience in the Social Care Sector and has built up a fantastic reputation locally in the area. Kat has successfully planned and co-ordinated the HAF activities and helped support over 100 families in meaningful activities during the holidays.
Kat continues with building relationships in the third sector , and has proved to be a great support to our families and CYP.
Caitlin Gray
Digital Marketing Manager
Caitlin joined us after completing her bachelors degree at the University of Salford studying Multimedia Journalism. She has undergone several placements at various news and entertainment outlets in the North West, and has produced published works. Caitlin promotes our services through social media, and produces all marketing content as well as building and operating our website and platforms. She works alongside other local CICs to improve their marketing knowledge and online presence. Caitlin is currently undergoing her Level 3 Leadership and Management course with SCCU.
Ci Brennan
Junior Content Producer
Ci has joined Inclusive Sports through our partnership with Heart of Birmingham Vocational College, and now works with us full time as an apprentice. Ci brings with him a wealth of knowledge surrounding content creation and design, as well as his background in Makaton signing. He also delivers a number of different sports sessions throughout the week, as well as being the voice of ISA through our video platforms.
Eva Riddiford
Business Admin & Coach
Eva has joined us in a full-time capacity here at Inclusive Sports Academy shortly after finishing her time at college! As the youngest member of Inclusive Sports, she will be helping out in several different areas of Inclusive Sports, including help with admin in the office as well as other aspects including coaching sessional work.
Lucy Hancock
Admin Support & PA
Lucy is currently working with us in a number of different fields, whilst studying Sports Science at University. She is helping us in the office a few hours a week with some business admin, as well as fitting in sports coaching and PA sessions with our participants. Lucy has enjoyed sport all of her life (especially football) and has extended diploma's in sports science, fitness and coaching.