Our Trustees

Age UK Mid Mersey's Board of Trustees monitor the strategic objectives of the charity, as well as helping govern and direct how it is run.

Nick Farmer (Chairperson)

Nick brings extensive experience in operational leadership, strategic planning, governance, and organisational performance. Throughout his career, he has led complex services, supported executive teams and boards, and translated strategic ambition into meaningful, sustainable impact. He is known for building strong, trust-based partnerships across communities, public services, and voluntary organisations, and believes that collaboration, clear communication, and shared purpose are essential to delivering positive outcomes for people and communities. As Chairperson of Age UK Mid Mersey, Nick is passionate about supporting older people to live with dignity, independence, and connection. He is committed to strengthening the charity’s mission, ensuring strong governance, and helping the organisation continue to grow its impact across the region.

Dan Benetan (Treasurer)

Dan brings extensive experience of executive management and strategic consulting with a passionate focus on the quality of the customer experience. He has succeeded in senior management and director level roles in financial services,telecommunications and HR Tech; establishing and leading new projects and departments, and dealing with multinational organisations. Dan has a business degree with a focus on business, economics and commercial law and is a recognised expert in digital strategy and customer experience.

Amanda King (Trustee)

Amanda has over 30 years of experience in technology and strategy and currently serves as a board advisor to several technology firms, with a particular focus on Government and Health. She has played a key role in shaping technology strategies, improving procurement processes, and enhancing operational effectiveness within integrated care boards and local authorities. She spent five years as Chair of a children's charity and, since 2020, has been running a Good Neighbours food and support programme for older and vulnerable people in Warrington. Amanda also served as an elected borough councillor for eight years, during which she sat on the Cheshire Police and Crime Panel, chaired the Building Stronger Communities Committee, and was Deputy Chair of the Health and Scrutiny Committee. Amanda has one daughter and is passionate about dogs and giving back to her local community.

If you are interested in becoming a Trustee at Age UK Mid Mersey, find out more by visiting our Get Involved page.