Patrons and Trustees

Graham has held global and pan-European responsibilities for information technology strategy, architecture and planning for large multinationals. He has managed major process systems, technology, and data standardisation programmes and facilitated restructures of IT organisations in the UK and abroad. 

Graham is an amateur pianist, a keen chamber musician, duettist, and accompanist. He is very involved in the running of local music festivals and is chairman of a London music club. He was invited to join the board to implement a strategic database and oversee Pro Corda’s IT systems and data protection policies. 

Callum is a consultant and strategic advisor with over a decade of experience leading participatory programmes. He supports purpose-driven organisations through creative learning, engagement, and strategy. His arts-based work spans schools, prisons, homelessness, and care settings, empowering communities and emerging artists through impactful, inclusive programme development.

Lawrence Mallinson is the founder, Chairman and owner of James White Drinks Ltd, the makers of Big Tom spicy tomato juice, the Beet It range of organic beetroot and sports nutrition products and Zingers, little shots with a big kick. He is also Chairman of Wadham Lodge Sports Ground Trust based in Walthamstow London and Master of the Worshipful Company of Carpenter, an ancient London Livery Company. He lives in Aldeburgh and has known Pro Corda since his sister’s wedding was the first ever held there (in 1988) and where he met his wife Doe. His brother Michael was the architect of the Guesten Hall. 

Rachel’s career with British Airways spans more than two decades, progressing from Operations Research Analyst via varied commercial roles to her current position as Director of (Route) Network Development. Rachel is an amateur pianist who came across Pro Corda through attending Piano Sanctuary.  

James qualified as a solicitor in 1982 and has spent most of his career as one of the managing directors of a company that provides completion guaranties for film and television. James has always had a keen interest in music and a belief in its educational importance. He was pleased to be invited to join the board in 2021, after his son attended Pro Corda courses as a viola player for more than eight years. In addition to input on legal issues, James is currently honorary secretary of the Trust. 

Peter retired from his City of London career in real estate and financing, in which he specialised in complex financial structures and properties. He was CEO of Tower Bridge Estates Ltd and related companies (1991-1998); Head of Halifax Commercial Property Finance (1998-2000); and Head of UK Real Estate Finance/ Senior Relationship Director for Helaba, a German bank, to retirement.  

Peter joined the board in 2025 to assist principally with effective management of our Leiston site.