Alex Macqueen (bio)

Alex is a Trustee of Z2K, an anti-poverty charity based in London that provides advice, support and representation to people at risk of homelessness and severe financial difficulty. He is also an Ambassador for CAFOD, the international development charity, and a Bencher of the Middle Temple where he was called to the Bar in 1999. He practiced as a barrister, specialising in public and company law, before becoming an actor in 2002.

Alex is also a BAFTA nominated actor best known for his roles in The Thick Of It (BBC), Hunderby (Sky Atlantic) and Sally4Ever (HBO). His film credits include DOWNTON ABBEY - A NEW ERA, DOWNHILL opposite Will Ferrell, YOUTH opposite Michael Caine, and ALL IS TRUE opposite Kenneth Branagh. He was nominated for Best Actor at the Evening Standard Film Awards for his role in THE HIDE (Film4).

Hannah Whittingham (bio)

Hannah is an experienced trustee who brings a complementary mix of skills to her role as Co-Chair. Hannah played a pivotal role in enhancing the ABF’s governance, leading to the successful resolution of the Charity Commission’s regulatory compliance case. Her expertise in communications and media has significantly improved the ABF’s marketing activities and complements her position on the Marketing & Engagement Committee.

Hannah is also a talented producer, writer, and actor/musician trained at the Royal Academy of Music. Her theatre credits include The Sound of Music (Palladium), The Last Five Years (Apollo), and Impossible (Noel Coward), and she has produced series for the BBC, ITV, and Radio 4. Her published works include a look at modern ethics: Greed, Sex, Intention, and the satire How to Win at Yoga: Finding Your Selfie. Hannah is also currently training to be a psychotherapist.