Elaine Denise Garrod

“I was brought up in in Croydon and have lived here most of my life. I have worked in both the public and private sectors and have run my own business. I currently work for an advisory and financial services firm that is focused on helping business and capital accelerate the transition to net zero. Through my engagement in a variety of voluntary community roles, including helping long-term unemployed people with their CVs and job interview techniques; helping women new to this country to learn English; and working with a national charity tutoring disadvantaged GSCE pupils, I have demonstrated my commitment to serving the community. In Croydon I have been involved in a number of projects to improve our environment. I led work setting up the 'Bee World' garden at Heathfield House and helped fundraise for the Trees4Croydon scheme to get more trees planted in our streets and green spaces.”