The Team

Charles is a partner in a long-established Dental Practice. He has been involved in the Falkirk community for many years, through Scouting, sport, golf and Falkirk Round Table, Falkirk Trinity Church, as well as other charities. Charles takes an interest in everything “Falkirk” and is proud to be the Chairman of the Board of Falkirk Football Community Foundation, being the only founder member still on the Board for 10 years. Charles has been a life-long Falkirk supporter – “expecting the unexpected” (along with many of his generation).

Adele joined the Foundation in 2012 and is now our Vice Chair. Having worked for Bank of Scotland, Tesco Bank and Virgin Money she brings a wealth of experience in marketing, PR and communications. Adele’s career has focused on negotiating, developing strategies and leading large scale commercial and community sponsorships, including partnerships with SPFL, Scottish FA, Newcastle United Foundation, the Foundation of Light (Sunderland FC), Edinburgh Rugby and the SRU.

Born in Falkirk he has proudly supported his local team with the number one item on his bucket to see Falkirk lift the Scottish Cup!

Studying Accountancy at Aberdeen University, he went on to train as a Chartered Accountant with Price Waterhouse in Glasgow.

On the Board since 2011 he provides the Foundation with financial advice and support.  Passionate about the Foundation and the positive impact it has in the local community. Proud of all it has achieved in its first 10 years and looking forward to continuing this good work to ensure the next 10 years are just as special!

John was appointed onto the board in April 2020. John is a qualified Chartered Accountant and Chartered Tax Adviser and is a partner in an accountancy firm in Stirling. John is also a trustee and treasurer of another charity based in the Forth Valley which provides financial support to people in crisis in the Forth Valley area. John has two teenage children, one of whom plays for one of the Foundation’s community teams. In his spare time John follows the Bairns, enjoys running, is a member of Larbert and Falkirk 41 Club and is a former Chairman of Falkirk Round Table.

Bruce Tait was originally involved in the setting up of the Foundation in 2011 and then served on the Board for several years, supporting the Foundation through the transition of its work from Falkirk Football Club.   Bruce rejoined the Board in 2023.

Bruce is Chief Executive of a specialist consultancy which helps charities around the world to develop their capacity and deliver meaningful social change,    An expert in charity governance and fundraising, Bruce supports the Board and its stakeholders in behaving transparently and ethically as they go about their work.   

The Falkirk Football Community Foundation makes a significant positive difference to the community across the Falkirk area. As a resident of Falkirk, and a Falkirk FC season ticket holder I’m honoured to joining as a Board member and having the opportunity to provide my support to the delivery of the foundation’s activities and contributing to the wider support of our community.

Karin has worked across the public and voluntary sector for over 20 years in people, learning and events roles, including at NHS Scotland, Children in Scotland and Cyrenians.  She’s currently Head of Information and Support at the Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations, with responsibility for funding, governance, learning, climate and digital services. She also sits on the board of Scottish Hockey with an HR, people and engagement remit. 

Karin has a keen interest in inclusion, and a passion for sport, particularly in providing opportunities to women, girls and others who have traditionally not been able to access it.  Outwith work and board meetings she is often found on or beside a pickleball, hockey or football pitch, coaching, playing or eating cake!

“Living locally, I’ve long admired the work of the foundation, particularly the work it’s done on opening up football to those who would previously not have had access. I’m looking forward to getting started, getting involved and learning even more about the foundation’s fantastic work, and the people who make it happen.”

Ronnie was born in Falkirk and is a lifelong Falkirk supporter. 

Ronnie retired in April 2026 after a 40 year career in financial services, working for The Royal Bank of Scotland, Standard Life, Evelyn Partners and Royal London. Ronnie is a Chartered Banker, Chartered Financial Planner and Chartered MSCI and brings complementary experience and skills to the Board, particularly around Business Development. 

Despite his increasing years, Ronnie still plays and coaches (coaches with a small ‘c’) our Foundation Seniors team. He is the most senior of Senior Bairns!

Ronnie is now looking forward to working with the Falkirk Foundation Board, CEO, staff, and volunteers, supporting the excellent work it does in and for the community. 

Jamie is an experienced entrepreneur and business leader with over 25 years’ experience building, scaling and leading businesses. He has founded, acquired and sold technology businesses and has spent the last decade working in high-growth SaaS, helping businesses develop their strategy, grow revenues and improve performance; he has a strong focus on creating sustainable growth, developing people and turning strategy into measurable results.

Jamie lives in Falkirk and is an Elder and Trustee at Falkirk Trinity Church. He is passionate about supporting the local community and is looking forward to bringing his entrepreneurial experience, commercial perspective and energy to Falkirk Foundation to help it grow its impact and create opportunities for people across the Falkirk area.