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Vickie Cowan

Vickie Cowan is our Regional Fundraising Manager (West and South) and has worked for the Charity since 2016. Vickie joined the Charity as West Yorkshire Community Fundraiser, becoming West Yorkshire Regional Fundraiser in 2018 and Regional Fundraising Manager in November 2021. Vickie’s role involves overseeing all of the fundraising in West and South Yorkshire, working closely with West and South Regional and Community Fundraisers.

“I love the variety of my role and working with so many different people. My favourite part of my job has to be when we’re out and about and we hear stories from our ex-patients! There isn’t a day that goes by when we aren’t reminded about how vital the service is and the difference it can make”, said Vickie.

In her spare time, Vickie enjoys travelling and planning her next trip away. She also enjoys baking cakes and going to the gym afterwards so she doesn’t feel quite as guilty and she’s also a Leader at her local Girls’ Brigade.

Interesting fact: Mickey Mouse used to be Vickie’s boss as she spent a summer working at Disney World in Florida!

Tessa Klemz

Tessa Klemz is our Regional Fundraising Manager for the North and East regions. She joined the Charity in 2019 as North Region Community Fundraiser and was promoted to Regional Fundraiser in 2022. Tessa was promoted to her current role in January 2024.

“I love the variety of the role and never knowing what each day is going to bring, who I’m going to speak to and whether I’m going to come home with £2, £20, £200 or £2,000. I enjoy meeting all sorts of people with wonderful stories (some not always so happy) and having the opportunity to travel around beautiful North Yorkshire…whatever the weather. YAA is such a well-respected and valued charity”, said Tessa.

In her spare time, Tessa enjoys walking her dog Widget and trying to keep up with her sons on their mountain bikes. She also likes cooking, pilates, gardening, music and travel.

Interesting fact: Tessa volunteered at a self-help project charity in KwaZulu Natal in South Africa for six months in her early 20s.  There were sewing projects, pre-school feeding schemes, poultry projects, brick-making projects and vegetable planting.  One time she was driving on her own to a village and got stuck in the mud about ½ mile from her destination.  The local tractor had a flat tyre so a very friendly local organised his four donkeys who managed to pull her out.

Rob Scott

Rob Scott first joined the Charity as a volunteer in 2015 and then became one of our East Yorkshire Fundraisers in 2018. Was was promoted to East Regional Fundraiser and is now responsible for overseeing all the fundraising in the East Yorkshire region, working alongside Kevin and Keiron.

“I enjoy getting out and about at all the shows and events and meeting the people that support us and help to keep the Charity saving lives”, said Rob.

Each year Rob runs a car rally to Benidorm to raise funds for the Yorkshire Air Ambulance. On average they have 65-75 cars that join them every single year!

Interesting fact: Rob has been a Gritter and snowplough driver for 15 years for North Yorkshire Highways and one of his ambitions is to drive the Dalton Highway in Alaska for the winter season in a truck.

Kevin Hutchinson

Kevin Hutchinson is one of our East Region Community Fundraisers and has been working for the Charity since 2016. Before joining YAA Kevin worked in the hospitality industry as a qualified chef.

Speaking of what he loves about his job, Kevin said: “I enjoy attending the varied range of events across the region, working alongside our amazing volunteers, and meeting the public who support YAA and the patients YAA has helped.”

In his spare time, Kevin enjoys socialising with friends, Saturday night’s out to see live entertainment and catching up on our TV show Helicopter ER.

Interesting fact: Kevin’s first couple of days working full time for the Charity was the same time we unveiled our new Airbus H145 helicopter G-YAAC at Nostell ASU for the first time.

Caroline Myers

Caroline Myers is our Legacies Manager and has been working at the Charity since 2016, having previously worked in Marketing and Communications in the manufacturing sector.

“I enjoy meeting donors and finding out why they are so passionate about Yorkshire Air Ambulance”, said Caroline.

When she’s not working, Caroline enjoys walking, volunteering, and cooking.

Angela Vyas

Angela Vyas is our West Regional Fundraiser, after being promoted following a period covering the role. Angela was previously one of our West Community Fundraisers, covering the whole of the West Yorkshire region, coordinating our in-store events and work with local community groups.

“I really like that the role is varied and that I’m able to network and raise money for such an important cause. I also enjoy going to events that I would have never heard about such as Jazz festivals”, said Angela.

In her spare time, Angela enjoys walking, swimming and meeting new people.

Interesting fact: In her spare time, Angela loves personalising items, be it clothes or ornaments.

Leanne Cranswick

Allow us to introduce Leanne Cranswick, our very talented Brand and Marketing Manager at Yorkshire Air Ambulance. Joining the charity in 2019, Leanne brought with her a wealth of experience in the realm of charitable organisations. With unwavering passion and dedication, she takes charge of all our branding and promotional marketing materials and is the driving force behind Yorkshire Air Ambulance’s impactful digital and print presence.

Leanne’s love for her role is evident in her words, she said, “What I adore about this charity is the ever-changing nature of the work. No two days are alike, and that’s what keeps me inspired. Knowing that I play a part in helping save lives across our region fills me with pride. It is truly an honour to be able to say that I work for YAA!”

When she’s not designing up a storm on Photoshop, Leanne finds joy in various pursuits. As a lover of an active lifestyle, she enjoys running and keeping fit, embracing the health benefits that exercise bestows. Additionally, Leanne loves the opportunity to jet away on well-deserved holidays, exploring new destinations and creating cherished memories with her friends and family.

An interesting fact about Leanne is that in her younger years, she worked on a carrot farm as a carrot picker.

Steve Waudby

Cpt Steve Waudby is our Director of Aviation. Steve has worked for the Charity periodically since 2012 and took a permanent position within the Charity in 2018, working his way up to Director of Aviation in 2019.

In his role as the Director of Aviation, he is responsible for the safety of our aircraft and crew, staff development and training along with aircraft maintenance.

“What I love about working for YAA is the teamwork more than anything.  We have a wonderful bunch of paramedics and doctors who are second to none.  I like working in a team and the friendly banter that comes with it.  We see a lot of dreadful accidents and incidents each week, so it’s important to keep spirits lifted as much as possible and the team are fantastic at supporting each other”, said Steve.

In his spare time Steve enjoys photography and dancing.

Interesting fact: When Steve was 12 years old, he was given a Royal Award for Gallantry for saving a four-year-old who had fallen into a flooded quarry

Garry Brasher

Garry Brasher is the YAA Pilot Training Captain and he joined the charity in 2013. Prior to working for the YAA, he worked for Specialist Air Services (SAS).

When asked what he enjoys about working for the YAA, Garry, said: “Working as a team, and helping the public of Yorkshire.”

Interesting fact: Garry spent 22 years in the Army finishing in the Army Air Corps, flying Lynx helicopters, after 12 years as an infantry soldier.

Dr Rob Anderson

Rob Anderson is one of our Consultants and he joined the charity in 2016. Rob has worked at many A&E departments in Hospitals across the North of England and whilst working for the British Army, he completed a tour in Afghanistan.

“I enjoy making a real positive difference to the people of Yorkshire’s lives in their time of need”, said Rob.

In his spare time, Rob enjoys watching cricket and socialising.

Interesting fact: Rob is the 4th generation of doctor in his family with the same name. There is a nursing home and street named after his grandfather in Stainforth near Doncaster.

Dr Tim Moll

Dr Tim Moll is one of our consultants and the joined the charity in 2009. When he’s not working for the YAA he is a consultant anaesthetist in a Major Trauma Centre.

“As a Yorkshireman born and bred, I enjoy flying around the region in our of state-of-the-art helicopters, bringing help to our fellow Yorkshire folk”, said Tim.

In his spare time, Tim enjoys working as a doctor at racetracks and football matches. He also loves cars, motorbikes and science fiction.

Interesting fact: Tim’s grandfather, father and uncle were doctors in Yorkshire, his wife currently is a doctor in Yorkshire…and his daughter wants to be a vet!

Dr Steve Rowe

Dr Steve Rowe started working for the charity in 2009 and he’s one of our HEMS Consultants. Steve spends one day a fortnight on the air ambulance as part of his NHS duties and the rest of the time he is a Consultant Anaesthetist at Northern General Hospital in Sheffield.

“I love the diversity and challenge of the incidents we attend, helping people who are having their worst day, and working with a great team of pilots, paramedics and charity staff”, said Steve.

When he’s not flying about the skies of Yorkshire or working at the Northern General Hospital, he enjoys spending time with his family enjoying the Peak District hills. He is a keen walker and climber, so having the Pennine moors on the doorstep is ideal!

Interesting fact: Steve spends some of his free time volunteering with Edale Mountain Rescue Team, so at times he has to call upon the Yorkshire Air Ambulance to assist causalities in the hills.

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