Debbie Sidderley Finance & Office Manager

Why do you work with Millie's Trust?

I heard about Millie’s Trust through a friend of mine whom already knew Joanne and Dan. As my children were getting older she asked if I’d like to do a bit of volunteer work for them. I began as a volunteer in September 2014 and by December 2014 I became their first employee, (other than Joanne and Dan of course!) something of which I am very proud! As I hadn’t worked for 13 years it was great to find something so interesting, challenging and with such a wide variety of different work and experiences every day. It's now 10 years on and I'm using my previous experience as Finance &Office Manager.

What made you want to get involved with Millie's Trust?

Who wouldn’t want to? Joanne and Dan have done so much good through such a sad situation. First Aid is something everyone says they will do but enough don’t get round to. We have to continue to push for everyone to attend a course.

What is your background?

Since leaving school after doing my A Levels I have worked in Accountancy. I trained through Ernst & Young and moved on to Zurich Insurance. I was then lucky enough to take 13 years off to raise my children who are now 24 (Harry) and 21 (Claudia). Then I found Millie’s Trust, the best job ever!!

Tell me something interesting about yourself

There’s not a great deal to say here! I love spending time with family and friends. I am looking forward to my next challenge with Millie’s Trust, the Edinburgh Mighty Stride (20 mile Walk) challenge. I have previously done a few 10k runs and 2 walking marathons but not for a while! I also loved the Yorkshire Three Peaks Challenge and the Dorset Jurassic Coast Walking Weekend.