Get to know us
Our team is led by eco-entrepreneurs and independent minded politicians from all political backgrounds who are convinced that a progressive climate policy needs to be at the top of the list.
Leadership Team
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Steff Wright
Party Chairman
Eco-entrepreneur that bought his first fully electric car 20 years ago and Chairman of Gusto Group, which has led the way in developing sustainable communities and low energy housing for over 20 years.
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Ed Gemmell
Party Leader
Ex army officer and city lawyer. Serial entrepreneur. Currently managing director of national charity Scientists Warning Europe. Buckinghamshire Councillor, member LGA Environment Economy Housing and transport board, Bucks LGPS Committee member, only politician in UK elected on the single policy of Climate Action Now.
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Wisdom Da Costa
Policy and Candidate, Windsor & Maidenhead
Independent Councillor in Windsor focussed on Climate & Environmental issues. "Trustee" of Royal Berkshire Pension Fund - pilote radical Responsible Investment Policy to improve reporting and performance on carbon emissions, Biodiversity Restoration and elimination of plastics from the supply chain. Also a practising accountant (FCCA) and a bee keeper.
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Maria Goretti
Administration
Motivated by Climate Change and a foundation in purchasing and supplies management, Maria provides administrative support to the team, ensuring smooth and seamless operations.
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Tom Wilson
Candidate Management
Tom has 15+ years experience directing customer first UK businesses. He is people focused and believes solidarity should be the driving force behind real change. At the Climate Party Tom is helping to evolve a cohesive platform for people to thrive within.
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Catherine To
Technical Operations & Digital Communications
Tech professional with over 15 years expertise in the UK and US, Cat has pivoted to working on nature tech solutions through the lens of regenerative principles. She serves as Terra.do's Local London Ambassador, a climate education and careers community.
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Charlie Terry
Political Strategist
Charlie is an accomplished management consultant and entrepreneur working on sustainability challenges and policy. At the Climate Party Charlie is a political strategist focussed on refining the Climate Party policy framework and supporting candidates.
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Tamsin Starling
Political Researcher
A recent Politics and International Relations graduate, Tamsin has been involved with the Climate Party since January adding invaluable support and knowledge through research projects, creating an investors funding document and organising work experience weeks with student volunteers. In her free time, she presents a radio show called Unironic Country on Red kite radio!
Advisors and Supporters
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Marianne Overton MBE
Leader of Independent Group
Leader of the Independent Group at the LGA. North Kesteven District Councillor, Lincolnshire County Councillor. Local Government Association Vice Chairman and Leader the Independent Network.