Meet the team

Get to know the people driving our mission forward, each bringing their own experience and determination to support recovery from brain injury.

PATRON

Sir Freddie Viggers

Lieutenant General Sir Freddie Viggers KCB CMG MBE DL is the Patron of BOWRA Foundation, bringing decades of distinguished military service and a steadfast commitment to supporting others.

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Commissioned into the Royal Artillery in 1972, Sir Freddie built a remarkable career across operational tours, senior staff roles, and key leadership positions, culminating in his appointment as Adjutant General. After a severe stroke in 2010, he channelled his resilience into recovery, mentoring, and charitable work, remaining deeply engaged in the Armed Forces community. Based in the UK with his wife Jane, he continues to inspire those around him through his dedication, quiet strength, and unwavering sense of service.

FOUNDER

Mark Bowra MBE

Mark Bowra is the Founder and driving force behind BOWRA Foundation, inspiring others through his determination and belief in recovery after brain injury.

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A former Royal Marines officer and UK Special Forces commander, Mark’s life changed dramatically after he suffered a severe stroke. Drawing on his resilience and leadership, he founded BOWRA Foundation in 2019 to help others facing similar challenges. Mark lives in Poole with his wife Iona and their two children, and continues to motivate everyone around him with his energy, humour, and unshakable spirit. Find out more about Mark’s story →

CHAIR

Nicky Murdoch MBE

Nicky Murdoch MBE is the Chairperson of BOWRA Foundation, bringing decades of military leadership and unwavering commitment to the Armed Forces community.

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After 30 years in the Army, Nicky’s career has spanned intelligence roles in Northern Ireland, support for wounded personnel, and transformation of military welfare services. A proud MBE recipient and long-time supporter of BOWRA Foundation, she now leads the charity with the same strength, compassion, and drive that have defined her remarkable career.

Meet the BOWRA Trustees

TRUSTEE

Sue Liburd MBE

Sue is a strategic adviser and board-level leader working across healthcare, higher education and the digital sector.

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Specialising in human capital, governance, organisational culture and system transformation, with a focus on inclusive and responsible leadership. She holds a range of non-executive and civic appointments and as a trustee of BOWRA Foundation, is supporting people affected by brain injury. Alongside her advisory work, she is an armed forces veteran, founder of Sage Blue, and a doctoral researcher in equity, diversity and inclusion.

TRUSTEE

Helen Hobbs

Helen is a Specialist Neurological Physiotherapist who brings extensive clinical experience and a strong dedication to improving patient outcomes.

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After training at Guy’s Hospital in London, Helen built more than 25 years of experience across neurological rehabilitation, education and research. She worked within the NHS in senior clinical and training roles at King’s College Hospital and Southampton University Hospitals before co founding Hobbs Rehabilitation in 2005, a service known for its interdisciplinary approach and focus on excellence. She also founded the MiNT Academy to support clinicians in using technology to enhance rehabilitation practice. Helen lives in Hampshire with her husband Christopher, their children and a lively collection of pets, and enjoys spending time outdoors, playing netball and tennis and wishing for more opportunities to go fishing.

TRUSTEE

Cheryl Courage

Cheryl brings sharp financial insight and a lively, people centred approach to her work with the BOWRA Foundation.

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With more than 30 years of experience as a practising accountant and a Director at England and Company, Cheryl combines financial expertise with a passion for mentoring and helping others grow. She joined BOWRA Foundation after being inspired by Mark and now oversees both daily financial management and long term planning for the charity. The mission holds personal meaning for her, and she brings energy, warmth and unwavering commitment to the Trustee board. Cheryl is a valued presence within the team and someone everyone is glad to have firmly on their side.

TRUSTEE

Dr Steve Eaton MBE

Steve brings calm focus, deep experience and a strong commitment to helping people overcome challenges and perform at their best.

More about Steve

Steve grew up in Worcestershire and spent 25 years in the Royal Marines and Special Boat Service, where he served closely with Mark Bowra. After leaving the military he became a performance coach, specialising in resilience and trauma management for people working in demanding environments, including the emergency services and NHS. He has also supported wounded, injured and sick personnel through Help for Heroes. Away from work he enjoys keeping active, spending time outdoors with his family and taking on endurance challenges such as the Marathon des Sables.

TRUSTEE

Paul Findlay MBE

Paul Findlay MBE is Chief Executive of the Wembley Stadium Foundation and has over 20 years’ experience across the Armed Forces, charities, financial services and sport.

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He brings expertise in governance, strategy and grant-making, shaped by senior roles at Barclays, Blesma – The Limbless Veterans, The Football Association and within consulting firms, alongside lived experience as a wounded veteran who sustained life-changing injuries while serving in Afghanistan. Paul was awarded an MBE by Her late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II for services to charity.

TRUSTEE

Sally Purnell

Sally spent a total of 26 years plus in a policing career before I left and became a Registrar of births deaths and marriages in Dorset.

More about Sally

After undergoing brain surgery in 2020, she gained first hand insight into life after acquired brain injury and the realities of recovery. This experience now informs her work with BOWRA, alongside her ongoing involvement in the Armed Forces community and veteran fundraising, where she brings empathy, clarity and purpose to the Foundation’s mission.

TRUSTEE

Rob Astick CFRE, BA (Hons)

Rob is a fundraising professional with over 30 years of experience both in-house, and as a consultant.

More about Rob

Throughout his fundraising career, Rob has raised significant funds for a diverse range of charities, institutions, and organisations in the UK and overseas.

With a proven track record in both capital and revenue fundraising, he has developed expertise across major gifts, corporate partnerships, face-to-face fundraising, trusts and foundations, events, and legacy giving. He has built long-standing donor relationships that have secured ongoing support from individuals and charitable foundations.

Rob’s approach centres on strong engagement with the causes he supports, focusing on lasting impact and sustainable funding. This is reflected in his consistent results, enduring professional relationships, and strong reputation within the sector.

He was among the first fundraisers in the UK to achieve the Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) qualification, the only globally recognised accreditation for fundraising professionals.

Meet the BOWRA staff

CEO

Sue Mosley

Sue Mosley is Chief Executive Officer at BOWRA Foundation, bringing over two decades of leadership across the charitable and public sectors.

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With a career spanning veteran support, youth and community development, and programmes for older people, Sue has led major transformations across the third sector with a focus on innovation and measurable impact. She brings deep experience in building effective services and empowering diverse communities. Now guiding the BOWRA Foundation through its next stage of growth, she continues to champion inclusion, progress, and meaningful change.

HEAD OF OPERATIONS

Sam Mosley

Sam is BOWRA Foundations Head of Operations and the ever eager admin support for the BOWRA Team!

More about Sam

After moving from Basingstoke to Poole to start her family, Sam embraced life by the coast and discovered a love for working in roles that make a real difference. She spent a decade in insurance and leasing before seeking something more meaningful, which she first found during her time at the RNLI in 2015. When the Operations Coordinator position opened at BOWRA Foundation in 2022, she applied immediately and now plays a key role in shaping the charity’s day to day work. Sam thrives on helping the team deliver impact, learning something new every day and keeping everything running smoothly. Outside of work she enjoys bootcamps, football, netball, camping and spending time with her two children, usually building lego creations or taking part in enthusiastic makeover sessions.

BOWRA BAG MANAGER

Megan Hill

Megan is the BOWRA Bag Project Manager, bringing a strong commitment to supporting people affected by brain injury.

More about Megan

Megan joined the Foundation in 2025, drawn to its mission to help individuals facing the challenges of brain injury with practical support and care. Her background spans roles in the Police, legal services and both SEN and private education, where she also coached rowing, a sport she remains passionate about. Outside of work she competes with Southampton Rowing Club, having rowed for more than 16 years, and also enjoys swimming after a competitive youth career. When she is not training or racing she can usually be found exploring the outdoors with her Sprollie, Henry.

Meet the team

Get to know the people driving our mission forward, each bringing their own experience and determination to support recovery from brain injury.

Sir Freddie Viggers

Mark Bowra MBE

Nicky Murdoch MBE

Meet the BOWRA Trustees

Sue Liburd MBE

Helen Hobbs

Cheryl Courage

Dr Steve Eaton MBE

Paul Findlay MBE

Sally Purnell

Rob Astick CFRE, BA (Hons)

Meet the BOWRA staff

Sue Mosley

Sam Mosley

Megan Hill

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