Greater Manchester Better Outcomes Partnership (GMBOP)

Andrew is Co-Founder of Bridges Outcomes Partnerships and Executive Director of Operations, Innovation and Learning. He is a Director of Kirklees Better Outcomes Partnership, GM Homes Partnership, Homelessness Support, the Single Homeless Prevention Service and is a Trustee of West London Zone.

Prior to Bridges, Andrew was Managing Director of a social enterprise “Baobab” in Madagascar, and a non-Executive board member of two other financial inclusion social enterprises, in Senegal and China.

Conor, Director at Bridges Outcomes Partnerships, has been working with Bridges for the last 7 years – during which time he has designed and implemented a number of Outcomes Partnerships related to housing, employment and refugee support.

He was previously a member of the Impact Management team at Bridges Fund Management, where he advised and supported investment teams on all aspects of impact management throughout the investment cycle. Before joining Bridges, Conor worked for a health services NGO in Ecuador, leading a project to set up budgeting and reporting processes. He began his career as a management consultant at Deloitte, specialising in financial analysis and process improvement.

Conor holds a BSc in Economics and is a qualified Management Accountant.

Rachel is a Programme Director, leading the Young Persons Homeless Prevention Pathfinder within the Greater Manchester Better Outcomes Partnership (GMBOP). Since January 2021, she has played a pivotal role in steering the project towards success, dedicated to supporting young individuals in stabilising their accommodation situations while building confidence and resilience to prevent long-term homelessness.

With a career spanning eighteen years as a senior manager, she has specialised in leading teams that deliver essential services in the housing, debt, and criminal justice sectors. Prior to her current role at GMBOP, she made significant contributions to the Transforming Rehabilitation contract. Here, she effectively managed the Through The Gate provision in various establishments across the North West.

Throughout her career, Rachel has established herself as a strategic leader with a knack for building strong relationships. Her ability to connect with key stakeholders in the community, custodial, statutory, and commissioning services has been instrumental in driving positive outcomes for the projects she has undertaken.

In 2018, Rachel’s dedication and innovative approach were acknowledged when she was given a Butler Trust award. This prestigious recognition highlighted her outstanding contributions to the field, specifically commending her innovation and partnership working.

Rachel’s career is marked by a passion for social change and a proven track record of transformative leadership. Her role as Programme Director at GMBOP reflects her ongoing commitment to making a meaningful difference in the lives of young people facing housing challenges.

Lydia works as an Impact Analyst, supporting BOP’s international work on the Sierra Leone Innovation Education Challenge and the Ghana Education Outcomes Project.

Lydia studied Philosophy, Psychology and Scientific Thought at the University of Leeds. Since leaving university, she has worked for a number of charities, predominantly within the education sector and most recently for Teach First – an education charity which aims to build a fair education for all. Lydia is passionate about promoting social mobility and helping to improve the life chances of those who need it most.

Tim is the Operational Lead for the Pathfinder Project, part of Greater Manchester Better Outcomes Partnership.

Prior to joining Bridges, Tim has worked in multiple roles across the third sector, including rough sleeper outreach, youth homelessness, and drug and alcohol services. Most notably, Tim was one of the first progression coaches on the Pathfinder Project, giving him invaluable experience and knowledge of the service.

Tim holds a BA (Hons) in Politics, where he conducted research projects ranging from class inequality to contemporary political philosophy.

Caprice serves as the Private Rental Sector Engagement Officer within the Greater Manchester Better Outcomes Partnership (GMBOP) Pathfinder project, which supports young people at risk of homelessness in the Greater Manchester area.

With a professional history in both the build-to-rent and purpose-built student accommodation sectors, Caprice has experience across a number of roles, including Leasing Assistant, Account Manager, and Community & Operations Manager.

Outside of work, Caprice has spent her spare time volunteering for homelessness and youth charities, among other activities. Additionally, she co-led a homelessness project to support rough sleepers in Nottingham during her time at university.