James Doran is a process engineer and holds a Masters Degree in Electronic and Electrical Engineering from University of Glasgow. A keen gardener, James enjoys planning and producing locally grown fruit and vegetables for use by the kitchen team, as well as using his engineering background to source the most appropriate equipment for the group to use. James takes a lead advisory role at The Sunshine Kitchen’s garden and often volunteers his time there, as well as regularly supporting markets and events.

Henry Knowles is a graduate of Heriot-Watt University where he studied surveying. He worked for 13 years as a Chartered Surveyor with the Inland Revenue Valuation Office. In 1995 he had a total career change when he and his wife bought a local community pharmacy. He is now retired having sold the business in 2012. Henry is also trustee of another charity, Options in Life, and his interests include cooking, skiing, running and occasional sea kayaking. Henry also supports the team at events and markets. 

Andrea Ross is mum to one of our team members, and is Professor of Environmental Law at the University of Dundee where she teaches and researches in the areas of sustainable development, planning law and environmental regulation.  She is also co-founder of a housing charity for young people with additional support needs.  Andrea volunteers at events and markets. and enjoys supporting the project’s sustainable approach to recycling and using local ingredients. 

Jess Kerek has been a volunteer in The Sunshine Kitchen for several years prior to joining the board. She lives in Cupar with her husband and two daughters. When not volunteering, she is a Principal Teacher of Guidance and English at Kirkcaldy High School. In her spare time, she loves cooking, cycling and gardening – but says that she is never happier than when she is in a crowd of busy people, which is why she loves volunteering at the Sunshine Kitchen!

Suzy Cooke is a lecturer at Fife College with extensive experience supporting young people and adults with additional support needs. She has a postgraduate qualification in Inclusive Practice and a strong background in trauma-informed and person-centred approaches. Through her teaching, Suzy works closely with students to develop confidence, independence and real-world skills, and she is passionate about community-based learning and meaningful opportunities beyond the classroom. Suzy brings experience in education, inclusion and advocacy to the board and is keen to support Sunshine Kitchen’s work in empowering people to thrive within their community.