Contact NSA Head Office

Phil leads NSA in its role of providing a voice for the UK sheep sector. Prior to joining the organisation in 2011, he spent well over 20 years in practical farming and farm management, followed by 15 years leading the Soil Association’s support for its farmer and grower members. Phil’s vision for the NSA an influential and respected organisation leading the UK sheep industry, which is forward-thinking yet maintaining the traditional and cultural aspects that are so valued. Outside of work, Phil immerses himself in things practical and hands on, from coppicing woodland, keeping poultry, growing veg and various building and DIY projects. Contact Phil via Andrea Calvesbert, NSA Assistant to the Chief Executive.

Joanne’s role is to direct and manage the everyday operational functions of NSA, to ensure the professional, effective and consistent delivery of communications, corporate sales, membership recruitment/ administration, research/development, events, activities and campaigns work. This role sees her work closely with all other members of the NSA team and a variety of NSA partners throughout the sheep sector and beyond. Outside of work, despite being kept busy by her young family, Joanne is a keen runner and walker, and a prolific fiction reader.

Andrea supports Phil Stocker in his role as NSA Chief Executive by managing his diary, fielding enquiries and coordinating various work streams between Phil and other team members. She has an overview of all NSA activities and interests, to ensure requests for meetings, contributions and support are directed to the correct place. When not at work, Andrea enjoys being outdoors walking her dogs and riding her horse, as well as going out for coffee and cake with her two (grown up) children.

Alexandra works alongside Karen Sumner, NSA Finance Officer, to ensure all the financial administrative functions of the association are performed without a hitch. While working across all areas of financial administration, Alexandra takes a particular lead on supporting the NSA regions with finances and budgets. When not at work, Alexandra enjoys walking her dogs on the Malverns, spending time with family and friends and exploring the UK and beyond. Alexandra’s working hours vary depending on workloads so enquiries by email may not be picked up straight away. For anything urgent, email Karen Sumner in the first instance.

Chris’s role is directly linked to membership recruitment and retention, organising initiatives to raise the profile of the association and representing NSA at events and shows. Outside of work, Chris enjoys working with his small flock of pedigree Kerry Hill sheep where you may see him competing at shows and events throughout the country. He is also a keen photographer. Chris’s working hours vary according to the event’s calendar so enquiries by email may not be picked up straight away. For anything urgent, email Fiona Parker in the first instance.

With NSA involved in so many policy topics affecting sheep farming, Emma’s role in managing and coordinating the association’s work to ensure sheep farmers are well represented in all forums and members are kept up-to-date with new developments and ongoing issues. Outside of work, Emma has her own Cheviot sheep, trains sheepdogs and is part of Trecastle tug-of-war team.

With responsibility for NSA's communications work, Katie keeps up speed with everything that's going on within the organisation and raises its profile through press activity and promotion of events and activities. She communicates directly with members, including via contributions to Sheep Farmer magazine, as well as getting important information to the wider industry and beyond. Katie works alongside Rachel Rose, Digital Communications Officer, in the production of the NSA Weekly Email Update and maintaining NSA’s online presence. Outside of work, Katie enjoys spending time with her young family, which often involves working with their small flock of pedigree Ryeland sheep, attending local agricultural shows and events.

As NSA Project Manager, Nicola is involved in managing and delivering all internal and external projects for the association. This includes manging content for Sheep Farmer magazine, delivering NSA’s contribution to various technical/research projects, and leading NSA’s involvement in the Register of Sheep Advisers (RoSA). With her own flock of around 100 ewes, Nicola enjoys combining her research passions with personal interests, while enjoying the great outdoors. She also has two young children in training as mini-farmers.

Fiona is the link between NSA Head Office and its regional network of committees, officeholders and events. She also delivers the NSA Next Generation programme, which supports the future of the sheep sector through young people. Fiona is the point of contact for all general enquiries, well positioned to ensure they get to the right person within NSA’s extensive network. Outside of work, Fiona is a keen sports fan. She also enjoys walking and visiting local agricultural shows and events.

Helen carries several responsibilities for NSA, splitting her time between working for NSA Head Office and for NSA Cymru/Wales Region. In her role as Corporate Sales Manager, Helen is the person to speak to regarding advertising in Sheep Farmer magazine, sponsoring NSA as a Corporate Supporter, and developing and maintaining relationships mainly between commercial companies and NSA. Helen also organises the national biennial NSA Sheep Event at Malvern. Her position as NSA Cymru/Wales Region Development Officer sees her manage regional activity in Wales and organise NSA Welsh Sheep. Helen has always been actively involved in the sheep sector, annually attending shows and events in pursuit of prizes for her father’s pedigree flock of Suffolk sheep.

Ellie’s role is focused on maintaining NSA’s online presence, keeping the NSA websites and social channels up to date, promoting upcoming events, activities and competitions. In addition, Ellie is responsible for designing promotional materials and developing NSA's marketing campaigns. Ellie also works alongside Katie James, Communications Manager, in the production of the NSA Weekly Email Update. Outside of work, Ellie enjoys being outdoors on the farm with her dogs and socialising at young farmers.

Kim looks after the NSA Sheep Centre, NSA’s home in Malvern, Worcestershire. This puts all matters concerning the site and the running of NSA Head Office into her care. She is also PA to the Chief Executive and supports the running and governance of the overall organisation. Kim administers P&O bookings. Outside of work, Kim enjoys walking, gardening and travelling as much as possible in her campervan.

Di plays a vital role in the NSA office, maintaining the NSA membership database and ensuring all NSA members receive relevant correspondence regarding their membership subscription in an accurate and timely manner. Di is also at the end of the phone for any queries relating to membership and processing application forms. Di looks after campaigns and all other elements of data management. Outside of work, Di enjoys spoiling her grandchildren, travelling and going to live music events.

Karen’s role is based at NSA Head Office where she is responsible for all of the financial administrative functions for the association. This includes accounts administration, financial analysis and reporting as well as support for budget preparation when required through the year. Outside of work, Karen is a keen gardener. She also enjoys knitting and spending time with her family.