The Board
Home-Start Erewash has a varied Board of Trustees who oversee the management and strategic development of the scheme
Christina Ashcroft
Christina Ashcroft is a mother and grandmother, who has been motivated by her personal experience, to seek a different path for raising children and developed her strong interest in supporting families with young children.
For 45 years, Christina ran her own successful recruitment business in Derbyshire. Over time, she transformed the business from serving the industrial market to recruiting skilled engineers and various other disciplines. Christina held multiple responsibilities within the business, including finance, sales, and development. She particularly excelled in sales and marketing.
After retiring, Christina actively sought opportunities to utilise her skills and make a genuine difference in the lives of children. Christina feels a deep connection to Home-Start Erewash’s mission of ensuring families are supported and well-cared for. She values the philosophy of teamwork and believes that by working together, everyone can achieve more.
Christina's background in business, particularly in sales, marketing, and fostering positive work environments, brings valuable expertise to Home-Start Erewash. Her commitment to supporting families and her understanding of the importance of a strong team dynamic make her an asset to the organisation.
In addition, Christina helps out at Rainbows occasionally, or when needed. She is on the PCC at her church to formulate ideas to help with fundraising, and is currently on the Committee of the Community Theatre helping to organise The Ilkeston Festival.
Singing is her favourite pastime and performs with The Imari Choir and Michael House Singers, plus The Heanor Community Choir.