Georgi currently works at the British Business Bank, London, as Business Support Manager to the HR Department and CEO Office, providing strategic operational and executive support to C-Suite leadership. With a background in risk, Georgi has developed vast governance, regulatory and policy experience.
Previously, Georgi worked as a Senior Executive Assistant, providing support to the CEO and Board of Trustees, overseeing the board governance and operations. Georgi completed a six month Trustee Development Programme through One YMCA, focused on supporting young people to become trustees. Having lived at the Southend YMCA at 17, Georgi also brings valuable lived experience and a strong commitment to supporting young people and inclusive leadership.

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Abu has built a successful career in the transport sector, leading teams across BAA and TfL, before joining rail operators GWR and then LNER. Since 2023, Abu has been serving as Customer Experience Director for local rail operator c2c, where he oversees Stations, Revenue Protection, Security, Customer Relations and Communications teams.
Having previously fostered young people, along with his social worker wife, Abu understands the societal risks and challenges that young people face and is determined to help making things better for them through the work of the Y. As a local to the area, where Abu lives with his wife and two daughters, the opportunity to help young people in our community and to support the good work already taking place was a real attraction to joining the Board.

Throughout my career, I’ve been passionate about helping organisations tell clearer, more human stories. My experience as a journalist shaped a deep curiosity about people, culture and community, which still influences my work today. I’m particularly interested in supporting young people to build confidence, communication skills and opportunities for the future. I’m involved with Southend YMCA because I really value its commitment to helping young people feel supported, empowered and part of a community that believes in their potential.

I have been associated with Southend YMCA for 3 years and I have been able to witness the organisation's work close up. I admire the work that the staff are delivering in support of the young people in their care. I think that I can make a contribution to this effort.

I am particularly interested in helping young people to gain employability skills.