
Sophie Hulm
CEO
Sophie joined Progress Together as Chief Executive in September 2022. Sophie was the architect of a government-commissioned Socio-Economic Diversity Taskforce at the City of London Corporation where she was Head of Skills Policy and is the daughter of a working class east-Londoner. Sophie sits on the 30% Club Steering committee.

Robbie Beveridge
Marketing and Communications Manager
Robbie is a communications professional with over a decade in the charity and not-for-profit sector. In recent years, he has helped social mobility and international development organisations shape their communications strategy.

Elaine Boyes
Programmes Manager
Elaine has more than two decades of leadership experience within professional associations, representing a wide range of occupations and industry sectors. She was the first member of her family to attend university.

Sean Hamill
Operations and Project Officer
Sean has experience in operations and process mapping, including workflow automation, process optimisation, and data reporting. Sean holds an MA in Philosophy from the University of York and is fluent in German.

Victoria Humphrey
Digital Content and Brand Officer
With over a decade of experience in graphic and digital design, Victoria helps purpose-led organisations communicate complex ideas through clear, engaging and accessible branding and digital content.

Saiful Islam
Director of Operations
Saiful joined Progress Together in 2023, bringing expertise in operations, finance, risk, governance and Board assurance gained across the employability, recruitment and skills sectors. Drawing on his lived experience, he is passionate about championing talent over privilege. Outside work, he enjoys automotive culture, podcasts and continuous learning.

Shraddha Kaul
Director of Growth and External Affairs
Shraddha Kaul is a communications strategist and tenacious leader. With deep cross-sector experience, she has advised Chairs, Boards, and CEOs on reputation, strategy, and stakeholder engagement.

Joanna Lindley
Director of Memberships
Jo has led cross-sector partnerships that bring together senior leaders, organisations and communities to tackle complex challenges, create equitable opportunities and drive lasting systemic change.















