About Advent Advocacy

Ben’s background in mental health began during his degree in Physiology from UCL. As Managing Director of Advent Advocacy, Ben has embedded his belief that advocacy should be delivered at a consistently high standard for each client and provider, regardless of size, location or specialism.

Ben encourages innovation across the company, instilling a sense of belonging and trust. He has been an early developer of new approaches in the sector, offering models based on regular support and providing reporting methods to illustrate the impact.

Romy is a key member of the senior management team, her role as Head of Operations ensures efficiency and effectiveness in the, contractual obligations and collegiate working practices with staff and service providers across the country.

Romy’s drive to support and empower people to take control of their lives and focus on their needs and wellbeing is central to her work in the provision and deployment of advocates. Romy joined Advent Advocacy in 2013 as a graduate in Psychology from Aston University. Romy continues to spend part of her week as an Independent Mental Health Advocate, maintaining current and relevant first-hand advocacy practice.

Claire has both a BSc in Psychology from Staffordshire University and an MSc in Forensic Psychology from Manchester Metropolitan University and continues to spend part of her week working as an Independent Mental Health Advocate for Advent Advocacy.

In her Senior Leadership role, Claire is the organisation’s Safeguarding Lead, overseeing all safeguarding issues reported by the advocates and offering guidance to advocates. Claire provides support to advocates to develop their skills and knowledge of advocacy, communication and specialist services, developing and delivering training programmes and materials during induction and CPD.

Jan, as Head of Corporate Compliance is a key member of the senior management team, her role is to ensure efficiency and effectiveness in HR and admin related operations of the business, organisational systems, policies and procedures and employer and employee relations

Jan joined Advent Advocacy in early 2018. Prior to this, Jan’s career was established in local authorities, her last position being Head of Human Resources for North Yorkshire’s Fire Service. Jan is a Chartered Member of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (Chartered MCIPD) and believes that HR should actively contribute to business and people development. Continuous improvement in ways of working that enhance a company through the growth of its employees.

As a key member of the Senior Management Team the Head of HR & Service Deployment supports the key functions of the Head of Corporate Compliance and related operation of the business to ensure efficiency and effectiveness 

Prior to working for Advent Advocacy, Kerry worked in Human Resources in various sectors including retail, hospitality and health.

Kerry has achieved a Level 5 Diploma in Human Resource Management and has progressed in the organisation from her initial role as Human Resources Assistant. Using her knowledge and skills, Kerry supports the Head of HR & Corporate Compliance Manager, Senior Management Team, the wider team of advocates, as well as managing the Administration Team.

As a member of the Senior Management Team, Louise provides a strategic overview of the business, working closely with commissioners to manage contracts and deliver a high quality and consistent service.  

Developing the sustainability of the business is a key aspect of her work, ensuring that advocacy is available to services across the country.  Louise regulary reaches out to promote Advent Advocacy to commissioners for both the private and public sector health and social care organisation, ensuring they are aware of the benefits of 'opt-out' advocacy.

Before joining Advent Advocacy, Louise worked in education as an Executive Headteacher.  She has a strong belief in developing others and enabling personal growth and achievment.