Meet the Team

Wendy Hocking

Chairperson

Wendy’s first grandchild, William, was diagnosed with Kleefstra Syndrome in 2014. She brings Chief Executive experience in managing charities supporting people in need, and uses her expertise and passion to continue the fantastic work that Chris and Fiona started.

Vito Berzanskis

Treasurer

Vito is the father of three boys, the youngest of whom, Freddie, has Kleefstra syndrome. He works as a solicitor and director of an Agricultural Law Practice in Derbyshire, and is keen to use his professional expertise to support other KS families.

Anna Gibbs

Secretary

Anna is mum to Hunter (6) and Hazel (2). Hunter was diagnosed with Kleefstra Syndrome at 4 weeks old. She is passionate about offering other parents the same understanding and reassurance that helped her family in the early years.

Barbara Roberts

Trustee

Barbara has a wealth of business and volunteering experience, including running her own franchise business. She is delighted to support the charity and raise awareness of Kleefstra Syndrome.

Kate Palmer

Trustee

Kate is a retired doctor who specialised in neonatal care. She brings decades of medical expertise and empathy for families navigating complex health journeys, and hopes to support KS families through her experience.

Courtney Helliwell

Trustee

Courtney is a Local Authority SEND Team Leader and mum to Florence and Evelyn. She combines her professional and personal experience to support KS families in navigating SEND and EHCP pathways.

Hannah Banfield

Trustee

Hannah works in marketing, with experience across TV, radio, digital campaigns, conferences, and exhibitions. She hopes to use her professional and volunteer experience to contribute meaningfully to the charity.