This year I’m running the Great Birmingham half marathon to raise money for the Jon Egging Trust as this cause is close to my heart.

As the child of armed forces veterans, I grew up around the values of teamwork, resilience and leadership — the same values that inspired Jon Egging, a Red Arrows pilot whose legacy now lives on through this incredible charity. The Trust, founded by his wife Dr Emma Egging, supports young people who are struggling or facing disadvantage, helping them build confidence, life skills and belief in themselves.

Through my work at Safran, I help co-ordinate & deliver events for the Blue Skies programme, seeing first-hand the difference it makes. Many of the young people on the programme come from backgrounds similar to mine. I know how powerful it can be when someone opens a door, offers encouragement, and shows you what’s possible.

This run is a way of giving back — to honour Jon’s legacy and to help more young people find their confidence, direction and hope for the future. Thank you for supporting me and this amazing cause!