Meet The Team
David Walsh
Operations Director
I have worked for the company for over 8 years. I love leading an organisation that strives to continuously improve the services we provide to young people locally, nationally and internationally.
As an Operations Director, I have co-responsibility for our organisation's overall management and direction. This includes the development, management and delivery of Advantage's business and operational plans.
Email: david@advantage-ni.com
Contact Num: 07493582010
Julie Steele
Operations Director
I have been with Advantage for just over 3 years. It has been a fast-paced learning environment and I have enjoyed every minute of working with a company where the sole focus is improving the lives of the marginalised young people we engage with.
As one of our Operations Directors, I have co-responsibility for our organisation, the overall management and direction. This includes developing, managing and delivering Advantage's business and operational plans.
Email: julie@advantage-ni.com
Contact Num: 07970 616163
Nikki Partridge
Senior Project Officer - Mugshots
I have been with Advantage since 2019. My role involves managing the delivery of our accredited qualifications and working with our trainees on an individual basis. Helping to support them into employment, training or education and back into their local communities once released from custody.
I love working for a company dedicated to unleashing the potential of individuals most marginalised from society, as this is what I am passionate about, particularly working with individuals within the Criminal Justice System.
Email: nikki@advantage-ni.com
Contact Num: 07761224380
Kenzie Reed
Senior Project Officer - Ravine
Currently on Maternity Leave.
Please direct any queries to Mathew McFall, Rachel Breslin or David Walsh
Email: kenzie@advantage-ni.com
Contact Num:
Paul Drain
Project Officer - Mugshots
I have been a Project Officer with Advantage since 2019. I have over 30 years of experience in the Print Industry. My role involves providing technical support to our growing Social Enterprise, Mugshots, a Design & Print Studio based in Hydebank. A key function of my role is to support our Quest participants in their training and developing their employment skills by overseeing the work experience they receive through our projects.
Email: paul@advantage-ni.com
Contact Num: 07706343073
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Mathew McFall
Project Officer - Ravine
I joined The Advantage Foundation in 2021 as Ravines Project Officer. As project officer, my role revolves around our Trainees; managing their day-to-day activities, their work experience and delivering the qualifications available to them at Ravine. I am the point of contact for all referrals to Ravine, whether that's a young person self-referring, through Key Workers from BHSCT or referrals from other 3rd Sector organisations. I also help oversee the continued development of our site at Ravine.
In my role, I get to see first-hand the positive difference our project makes each day. Helping to create a positive space at our Ravine Nature Reserve for our trainees and the general public has been incredibly rewarding.
Email: mathew@advantage-ni.com
Contact Num:07706356596
Matthew Campbell
Marketing & Communication's Officer
I have been with Advantage since the start of 2022, overseeing and carrying out the marketing and communications of our Social Enterprises and social impact projects. My role focuses on growing the awareness of our projects and developing the customer experience. As well as marketing and building the brands through planning, research, content, communication, and digital channels.
Working for a unique and forward-thinking company and with passionate colleagues has been a fantastic opportunity. Seeing the impact our projects have on the marginalised young people we work with never gets old.
Email: matthew@advantage-ni.com
Contact Num: 07548829921
Rachel Breslin
Project Officer (Maternity Cover)
I am in on Maternity Cover for Ravines Senior Project officer until August 2022.
My role encompasses all aspects of Ravine including running our Ravine Market Garden with the help of our trainees, delivering our OCN Level 1 in Horticulture and maintaining our conservation site.
I have a passion for horticulture and love to share knowledge and inspire young people to recognise the benefits of working with nature. I have several years of experience working in the third sector across various roles and organisations. Having the opportunity to combine my professional career and my passion for horticulture has been an amazingly rewarding experience.
Email: rachel@advantage-ni.com
Contact Num: 07715644070