Board Members

Lorraine O'Shea
Chair
Lorraine was a Mortgage & Insurance Adviser for 20 years, but now runs a dog walking & boarding business with her husband. Often seen with multiple dogs in the Pentlands, Lorraine is also a Colinton Community Councillor.

Pam Wardell
Vice Chair
Pam taught drama at Firrhill High School in the '70s, retiring to Colinton after a career in BBC Scotland as Drama Producer. She specialises in bringing ideas and people together to lend their creative talents to CVE.

Kim Anderson
Secretary
Kim is a property manager who mostly lives in her motorhome with dogs Bear & Ruby, and cat Meme. She is a consultant for start-ups after exiting her own technology business in 2024. She is an Explorer Scout Leader and enjoys being outdoors.

Amanda Easton
Trustee
Mandy has been a dedicated committee member since day one and spent many years as the face of Colinton Arts. When not planning her next European city break, you'll find her hiking in the Pentlands or out on the golf course.

Lindsay Brown
Media/Digital
Lindsay brings creative digital and social media expertise. She is an NHS medical professional, a local Scout leader, plays the accordion and teaches swing dance.

Julie Wilson
Trustee
Julie worked for 20 years at Standard Life and Aberdeen Investments as an accountant and now work two mornings a week at the Wilson Property Group in the village.

Jennie Louden
Trustee
Jennie is a keen professional arts and crafts maker, and a Child-Care Provider. She is also a member of Colinton Community Council.

Elise Anderson
Trustee
Elise is a small animal vet in general practice in East Lothian. In her free time you might catch her climbing or mountain biking in the Pentlands with her young family.