Laureen Cuckson is an experienced accounting professional with more than 15 years of expertise spanning both private and charitable sectors. She runs her own firm, LC Accountancy Services Ltd, and brings strong financial management, accountability and governance skills to the Start360 Board.

Since joining Start360 as a Board Member, Laureen has reinforced our financial oversight, helping ensure that resources are managed responsibly so that services for vulnerable young people and adults across Northern Ireland remain sustainable and high-quality. Her background makes her particularly well-placed to contribute to strategic decision-making, budgeting and risk-management.

For anyone considering joining the Start360 Board, Laureen would emphasise the opportunity to use professional financial and governance expertise to support a values driven organisation. She believes the role offers a real chance to help shape an organisation that transforms lives: combining fiscal discipline with mission driven purpose.