Christopher Alexander, Interim Chair
Christopher Alexander is the interim Chair of the IMHPP, where he works to bring people, research and policy together to make mental health systems fairer, more compassionate and more effective.
With experience spanning local authority strategy, public health, mental health policy and consultancy, Chris has worked across a range of settings to address systemic barriers in mental health treatment, mental health law, hospital discharge, crisis care and community intervention. His work has included leading multi-agency teams, designing public health strategies, advising on policy and commissioning and developing risk governance models used nationally.
Holding master’s degrees in Public Health Leadership (MPH) and in Ethical Governance & Strategic Risk (MBA), along with specialist postgraduate qualifications in health and social care, research and risk management, Christopher combines academic rigour with real-world practice. He is also currently undergoing his Law examinations to qualify as a Chartered Legal Executive - Lawyer, specialising in Mental Capacity and Public Law.
Katrina Hall, Trustee
Katrina Hall began her career in social care at just 14 years old, becoming the youngest Registered Manager in the UK with the Care Quality Commission (CQC) at the age of 21. Since then, she has built the largest independent community services provision in Devon and Torbay, employing a team of over 360 staff and delivering more than 9,000 hours of support each week.
Katrina serves on the Board of Directors for the National Care Association (NCA), the representative body for independent care providers across the UK, where she works to influence policy, champion best practice, and ensure providers’ voices are heard at the highest levels of government. She is also one of the driving forces behind Providers Unite, a grassroots national movement giving the social care system a safe and independent platform to challenge unfair practices, share intelligence, and collaborate on solutions to the sector’s biggest challenges.
With experience spanning adult and children’s services, mental health, and complex care, Katrina is recognised for her ability to build innovative, high quality care models that deliver real impact in local communities. Diagnosed with ADHD in her late 30s, she brings a deeply personal understanding of the gaps and opportunities in mental health support and is a tireless advocate for reform, innovation, and equality in the sector.
Relentlessly committed to raising standards and outcomes, Katrina is known for her strategic vision, community leadership, and unwavering drive. She is an advocate who doesn’t stop until meaningful change is achieved.
Michael Richardson, Trustee
I am currently studying for an MSc in Applied Behaviour Analysis with Positive Behavioural Support (PBS) at the Tizard Centre, University of Kent. My passion is putting research into practice to achieve real progress in mental health equality within the community.
After 20 years in the meat trade, I moved into adult mental health care, which have been the most rewarding of my working life to date. Supporting people with mental health diagnoses to make progress in community settings has shown me the power of behavioural interventions and PBS in helping people thrive.
At the same time, I have also seen the barriers people face in their journey, many of which are created by the society around them rather than by the individuals themselves. Recognising that these barriers can be removed is both shocking and motivating. I believe that tackling them can be life-changing, and as a trustee I am committed to helping make that happen.
Lorri Haines, Trustee
Lorri is the Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Shoorah, a digital wellbeing platform designed to support mental health through accessible, everyday tools.
With over 12 years of entrepreneurial experience across technology, marketing, and property, Lorri brings a dynamic, purpose-driven approach to leadership.
Shoorah was co-founded with his fiancée, Ferne, in response to a growing need for inclusive, preventative mental health support.
Lorri’s own journey, shaped by a traumatic childhood and ongoing personal healing, deeply informs the platform’s ethos. He has used Shoorah’s tools himself, and is committed to creating spaces where others can feel seen, supported, and empowered.
Lorri is also an ambassador for the UK charity Nacoa, advocating for children affected by parental alcohol misuse. His leadership reflects a strong commitment to lived experience, self-development, and ethical innovation in mental health.
Stephen Sheehan , Board Advisor
My NHS career began in January 2024, spanning both patient-facing and operational roles. During the COVID-19 pandemic, I transitioned into Emergency Planning, a move that offered invaluable insight into how NHS Trusts prepare for, respond to, and recover from major incidents.
Since 2022, I’ve worked within a Mental Health Trust, where I’ve developed a deeper understanding of the importance of equity in emergency response. I’m committed to designing plans and policies that reflect the diverse needs of our service users, ensuring that every individual, regardless of background or diagnosis, receives safe, responsive, and inclusive care.