Meet the Bright Cause team.
Bright Cause is powered by people who care deeply and act boldly. Meet the team driving forward ideas, energy, and impact - with plenty of sparkle along the way.
Lucy Black
FOUNDER & DIRECTOR
Decisive, driven and dynamic. Confident, committed and kind. Lucy is a problem solver, finding creative and innovative solutions.
Starting her career in Marketing, PR, and Business Development, Lucy transitioned into the charity sector in 2022 - bringing with her a fresh perspective and a First-Class degree in Forensic Psychology.
As an entrepreneur with a business background, Lucy seamlessly integrates the worlds of charity, psychology, and relationships. Where people, passion, and philanthropy converge, she is at the forefront.
“I bring people and ideas together—where others see problems, I see potential.”
Moving forward with peace and purpose, Lucy takes up space and shines a light on systems in need of change. She is a bright, authentic voice in the sector and a friend to all within it.
From collaborating with brilliant local charities to leading national campaigns, she’s witnessed both the sticking points and the magic that define the sector. Lucy inspires rooms - not just with her words, but with her presence, conviction, and unwavering belief in what’s possible.
“I don’t just connect dots - I connect people, passions, and possibilities.”
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Abi Aldridge
HEAD OF COMMS AND CAMPAIGNS
Curious, creative and collaborative. Strategic, thoughtful and full of heart.
Abi is a brand-builder, communicator, and connector with over a decade’s experience across charity, education, and healthcare. She knows how to craft stories that resonate and create brands people believe in.
From leading national campaigns to supporting grassroots initiatives, Abi brings clarity to complexity and ensures every message and design feels alive, consistent, and human.
Recently, she has taken to sharing her comms tips and advice more widely - sparking fresh ideas and empowering others to tell their stories with confidence.
Purpose-driven and people-focused, Abi builds brands that don’t just look good, but do good - sparking connection, action, and lasting change.
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Pippa Laker-Miller
HEAD OF CREATIVE
Creative, reliable, and full of ideas. Practical, collaborative, and always focused on the details.
Pippa is Bright Cause’s go-to designer, bringing brands to life through print design, signage, vehicle graphics, and more. With eight years’ experience and a flair for making ideas tangible, she ensures every piece of design is consistent, professional, and memorable.
From logos and leaflets to event materials and large-scale signage, Pippa creates visuals that capture attention and feel seamlessly aligned with each organisation’s brand and values. She also runs her own design business, DigiPip, giving her a wealth of hands-on experience across different industries and projects.
Straightforward and easy to work with, Pippa brings creativity and clarity to every brief — helping Bright Cause and the charities we support shine bright.
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Meg Newman
ENGAGEMENT MANAGER
Resilient, adaptable, and people-focused. Approachable, committed, and always ready to go the extra mile.
Megan brings a unique mix of care, communication, and coordination to everything she does. With experience spanning charity engagement, customer service, and healthcare, she balances compassion with efficiency and always keeps people at the heart of her work.
From supporting high-value treatment plans and building strong relationships with patients, to working with suppliers and delivering events, Megan brings clarity, organisation, and warmth to every interaction. Calm under pressure and endlessly reliable, she’s someone colleagues and clients can count on.
Passionate about making a difference, Megan is excited to grow her skills and bring fresh energy to every challenge — helping Bright Cause create meaningful connections and lasting impact.