Skills-based learning through pro bono projects
Professionals use their expertise to support charities with live challenges, building problem-solving, collaboration and communication skills along the way.
Programmes tailored for leadership growth
From early careers talent to experienced executives, our programmes develop the confidence and capability to lead with empathy, vision and impact.
Cross-sector insights that foster innovation and empathy
By working alongside charity leaders, participants gain new perspectives, sharpen their strategic thinking and strengthen their ability to adapt and innovate.
Business partner
Meet Wellington Management: learning by doing good
Leadership Growth Through Skilled Volunteering
Wellington Management partnered with Pilotlight to pioneer an innovative approach to leadership development.
Business partner
Charity Partner
Meet Financial Conduct Authority & Just Finance Foundation
Empowering early careers through cross-sector collaboration
Just Finance Foundation joined forces with the Financial Conduct Authority for a high-energy Pilotlight Impact Day.
Business partner
Charity Partner
Meet Linklaters & The Aire Rivers Trust
Restoring river health through cross-sector collaboration
Linklaters partnered with Pilotlight to support Aire Rivers Trust, a charity improving water quality and biodiversity across West Yorkshire. Over a focused programme, Linklaters professionals worked with charity leaders to explore strategy, fundraising and stakeholder engagement.
92% of charity leaders say Pilotlight 360 has had a major positive impact on their strategic vision.
80% of Pilotlighters report an increase in their coaching skills after working with us.
Trustees
Meet Mei Li
She has been doing more for her world
Mei Li has had a global career in financial services spanning several decades leading marketing and business development teams at Citi, Euroclear and the RBS Group. She used to run a medical research charity, The Borne Foundation and is also Co-Vice Chair of the board of Trustees at Pilotlight.
Meet Trey Bui
Trey Bui, Audit Director at London Stock Exchange Group, reconnected with Pilotlight through the Ignite Initiative, driven by a desire to use his professional skills to support charities in a meaningful way. His experience on Pilotlight 360 projects has been humbling and impactful, offering insight into the resilience of charity teams and the critical services they provide.
Meet Louise Barnard
Louise Barnard transitioned from a 20-year career in investment management to supporting charities through Pilotlight, where she applies her corporate expertise to help improve operations and impact. Her work with LOOK UK and SNAPS has been deeply fulfilling, aligning her professional skills with her passion for children’s wellbeing and mental health.