Redstart Community CIO
Redstart is a community Charity set up to promote Music and Performing arts in the Redhill, Merstham, Reigate and Earlswood areas.
We aim to promote participation amongst local artists and bring national artists to Redhill through promotion of events, Creating a Music based Venue in the Redhill area and putting on a Festival in Redhill.
Redstart Charitable Purpose
The Redstart Community is established for public benefit with the following charitable purposes, with a focus on Redhill, Reigate, Merstham and Earlswood but also act nationally where considered appropriate by the Trustees.
The promotion of arts and culture, particularly, but not exclusively, by :-
Improving Mental Health and Wellbeing of individuals through provision of Music and other Arts facilities and through working with other Mental Health organisations in providing Music and Arts for all
promoting and facilitating access to performances of music and other cultural activities by and for persons of all ages, social and cultural backgrounds.
promoting participation in performances of music and other cultural activities by and for persons of all ages, social and cultural backgrounds
providing opportunities to gain skills and experience in professional roles within the arts and cultural industries
working with other promoters of similar aims within the area and elsewhere to provide community cohesion across the arts
Trustees
Stephen Trigg (Chair)
Bio
Previously a Finance Director by profession, and a community volunteer championing local operations since my 20’s. Addicted to Music, especially live Music in Grassroots Venues, and that led me to join the Music Venue Trust to help Venues during Covid, I remain a Music Venue Trust Guru assisting Venues around the country. Also lecture at The Institute of Contemporary Music and play “a bit of” Bass.
Nat Ciccone
Bio
I am the father to two sets of twins, identical boys and non identical girls.
In my professional life, I’ve spent a successful 28 years in Sales and Marketing as a Consultant ranging from a start in the deregulation of the utilities industry in the 90s through to supporting wealth management companies with Ethical Investment Funds.
In 2023 with my children grown up, I took a change in direction and trained as a Co-active coach, this exploration of my personal values and engaging with the Co-active community really encouraged me to channel my energy into supporting young people.
Throughout my career I’ve always had a passion in music and live performance to raise money for charity. Especially in my local community supporting the Quality Street Fair, one of the oldest street fairs in England. I am currently the musical director for the fair which in recent years has seen many young bands making their debut as well as seeing my own children perform.
Seeing the confidence it has given them and the inspiration it has been to all, it has inspired me to form a charity bringing together the coaching community and performance of live music amongst young people.
Lawrence Hill
Bio
Previously a Project manager by profession, live music fanatic by passion, and community champion by heart. I love to bring ideas to life, whether it’s a complex project or a local initiative. If there’s good music playing and a chance to help, count me in.
Katie Smith