The HHBA is an alliance of local businesses at the heart of the Mid Sussex community. It exists to facilitate the growth of its members, identifying opportunities, answering questions and solving problems through active communication and collaboration.
The association is run by a part-time Business Manager and a committee of volunteers each giving as much time and expertise as they can.
Clare Jones
Chair
Clare is the HHBA Chair which involves steering the association in which ever direction the membership demands.
Tony Pearson
Vice Chair
Tony Pearson is the Vice Chair of the Association and is also a Chartered Surveyor.
Caroline Buchan
Secretary
Caroline Buchan is Secretary to the HHBA Committee and works as a Corporate Commercial Barrister.
Gary Smith
Treasurer
Gary works as a Director for Simply Business Finance and is the treasurer for the HHBA.
Sue Llewellyn
Business Manager
Sue Llewellyn is the HHBA Business Manager and started working with the association in 2011.
Ollie Lashley
Marketing Co-ordinator
Ollie runs the local digital agency Pure Storm Digital Services offering marketing solutions and more.
Colin Silverman
Colin is a Fellow of the CIPD, the professional body for HR and people development.
Steph Kirkley
Events Co-ordinator
Steph has great experience supporting a range of companies to strategically develop new business.
Yann Davies
Mentoring
Yann Davies is the Managing Director of local technology company ABCOM IT Solutions. His role for the HHBA committee is mentor for new members.
He is also a Trustee of local charity Community Transport Sussex .
Martyn Carr
Strategy
Martyn is a member of the HHBA Management Committee and operates as a Leadership Coach working both locally and not so locally.
Tom Acott
Larger Businesses Liaison
Tom has over 20 years’ experience in financial services.
Becky Sharp
Follow-Up & Sales Development
Becky is a creator of networking opportunities. She works connecting businesses with one another.
Robbie Atwell
Education Co-ordinator
Robbie is an Assistant Headteacher at Warden Park Academy with 15 years experience in teaching.
James Gaydon
Charity Co-ordinator
James is a charity fundraiser for the Dame Vera Lynn Children’s Charity in Cuckfield supporting young children with Cerebral Palsy and other motor learning impairments.
