Meeting Stephen Andrews: The Community Enthusiast in the East
As the Community Manager for the East, Stephen covers Bishops Stortford, Clacton, Chelmsford, Sudbury, and Basildon. He's deeply committed to making a positive impact on local communities.
Stephen is a well-known figure in Clacton and wears many hats in his spare time. He serves as the Chairman of FC Clacton, a not-for-profit community football club, and cherishes family moments with his wife, daughter, two dogs, and a newly acquired son-in-law! In Stephen's world, community is all about the power of collective belonging, where every individual contributes to something greater.
"I've always been a firm believer in the power of teamwork, where a group's combined effort creates something greater than the sum of individual contributions. To me, communities work in a similar way. It's not just about the shared people, places, and experiences; it's about fostering a sense of collective belonging, where everyone holds significance for each other and the entire group".
Quickfire questions with Community Enthusiast in the East...
Who is your most admired inventor, entrepreneur, founder?
Ben and Tom
Funniest moment on a video call?
Virtual Football Club Committee meetings during Covid lockdown in my dressing gown with a whiskey, honestly not knowing what day it was.
What would you say to your 18-year-old self?
Leicester will win the Premier League in 2016, put £50 on it.