About Us

Purpose

Eradicate youth unemployment and social problems associated with it, by ensuring that all disadvantaged young people (16-25) get the chance of a better future and a fulfilled life

Vision

Through our programmes we will make a significant difference to the lives of disadvantaged, vulnerable young people, by helping them to secure long term employment, enabling them to lead independent and fulfilled lives.

Mission

Provide a holistic, employability programme for young people, especially those from disadvantaged and diverse backgrounds, such as:-

  • Homeless or at risk of becoming homeless
  • Excluded from education and training
  • Coming out of care and transitioning to independence
  • Coming out of the Criminal justice system
  • From British Ethnic Minority background

We will also look after their health and well-being, to remove barriers to employment and help them to succeed.

We help them in four main ways:

  • To Live
  • To Learn
  • To Earn
  • To Thrive
    – through vocational skills and employability training, leading to experience of work, job interviews and employment

 

Meet the team

James – has 18 years’ experience as head of corporate and public sector partnerships for various high-profile charities such as Arthritis Research UK and St Johns Ambulance. He has secured significant partnerships and funds during this period. Additionally, James comes from a strong commercial background in leisure and tourism. Latterly, James worked for 5 years with a charity that focused on providing support to vulnerable and disadvantaged young people across Kent, Medway and London, and so has significant experience in this sector.

James is responsible for forming strategic partnerships for BFSI and oversees the development of the CLC programme.

James Brumer

Director, Brighter Futures Social Investment CIC

Garnet – is a strategic leader with over 25 years of experience in youth services, organisational management, and programme delivery. He has led multi-functional teams, secured over £40 million in funding, and developed impactful programmes across multiple sectors. With expertise in safeguarding, stakeholder engagement, and innovation, Garnet has driven organisational growth, improved employability through soft skills training, and supported disadvantaged communities. Garnet is also a registered foster carer.

​Garnet advises on the operations of BFSI.

Garnet Johnson

Director, Brighter Futures Social Investment CIC

Deb – has been helping SMEs with their growth strategies for 28 years. He has worked for charity sector organisations for the past 10 years, helping them review their strategies, developing new income streams, leadership coaching, and much more. He has also been the national spokesperson for the Federation of Small Businesses for 8 years and has helped many SMEs and charity sector organisations with writing successful bids.

Deb is responsible for the commercial aspects of BFSI.

Deb Sen

Director, Brighter Futures Social Investment CIC

Sue – has extensive experience supporting young people at risk of exclusion through detached youth work, alternative provision, and music-based engagement. Sue has worked as a student support worker, helping improve GCSE outcomes and boost educational attainment. With a passion for creative learning, including steel band and other music, Sue empowers young people to build confidence and overcome barriers. Her work focuses on creating positive opportunities and helping young people achieve their potential through education and personal development.

Sue supports on Administration and Youth Engagement.

Sue OBrien

Administration and Youth Engagement, Brighter Futures Social Investment CIC

Bethany –  Holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Concept Art, Graduating in 2023 and has a strong passion for visual storytelling and creative marketing. She developed her skills from previous experiences as a student Ambassador for the Concept Art Master’s course. She acted as the voice of her cohort, working closely with tutors and students. As a Volunteer with Creative Academy, she contributed to creative projects for ITV and TEDx. She is passionate about combining creative design and marketing strategy to deliver strong visual identities. She has also graduated from the BFSI program.

Bethany is responsible for managing BFSI social media, website and creating graphics content for the company.

Bethany Jones

Creative Marketing Manger, Brighter Futures Social Investment CIC

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