About Us
About TEA – The Engagement Appeal
A little about us
The Engagement Appeal is a newly formed social venture (registered as The Engagement Act Ltd., company number 14612231) that looks to help both companies and individuals achieve more inclusive investor engagement.
This is through constructivism, inter-generational collaboration, and by acting upon the practical framework laid out in the April 2023 white paper entitled ‘The Path to Inclusive Investor Engagement – A Roadmap for Mutual Benefit.’
Meet the team
Sheryl Cuisia
Entrepreneur, investor, background in corporate advisory and shareholder engagement. Visiting Entrepreneur of King’s College, Cambridge University. Judge of the Non-Executive Director Awards, Co-Chair of the Women’s Company Secretary Circle, Founder of Boudicca from Equiniti, Aplanty Impact and TEA. Sheryl combines her diverse background with a passion for all things biophilic, and a desire for continuous learning. MBA, Bayes Business School, Executive DBA (expected 2027), Aston University.
Angela Vero
Partying for Change Ambassador
Brings over 15 years in business management, start-ups, private equity and event coordination. Angela has curated memorable experiences for young enthusiasts about the UK and Europe’s rich history and socio-economic fabric. Today, she’s steering her hunger for empowerment and celebration towards a grander vision: advocating for environmental sustainability, championing financial literacy among the marginalised, and empowering shareholders to drive ethical change in influential corporations.
Laura McAulay
Partying for Change Ambassador
Laura Mac has been spinning tunes since the late 90’s in bars and clubs around London. A few of the more recent parties include a monthly lesbian night at the Zodiac bar, The Glory in Hackney and The Friendly society in Soho. Expect to hear everything from disco, funk to RnB, pop, and maybe a bit of rock and reggae.
Emmeline Armitage
Multi-talented musician, recording artist, writer, and performer. Exercises her unique perspectives and talents for promoting cross-industry collaboration between the creative industries, business and finance. Emmeline’s natural wit and infinite creativity spark brilliance in all that she does. She studied English at Oxford University.
Fahad Khan
International business studies, social media marketing, Tik Tok influencer, side hustle dabbler. Supports TEA’s operational and development activities and contributes to intergenerational collab. Studies Business at the University of Westminster.
Joseph Vambe
Education Ambassador
Community leader and advocator of diversity, equitability and inclusion. Joseph champions access to higher education by all. A Councillor already at the age of 23, he proudly represents Labour at Southwark Council and undertakes fundraising and engagement activities for Christian Aid. He is an original Stormzy Scholar having studied Human, Social and Political Sciences at Cambridge University.
Julia Szaniszlo
Applies exceptional communication, analytical and content distribution skills for building communities. Seasoned senior editor, expertise in journalism, online content creation and WordPress. Julia exudes with enthusiasm when it comes to delivering positive impact on society and the environment. She studies Modern Languages at Cambridge University.
Lorelie Sacro
Business and accounting admin, operations, research, and analysis. Team player who contributes to enhanced operational efficiency and the attainment of organisational goals. BA, Saint Joseph College.
Maricris De Guzman
Executive engagement, project management, and business administration. Mari applies proficiency and charm in all her executive team leading work, positively impacting organisational governance and operational efficiency as a result. BA, Angeles University, MA, University of the Philippines Open University.
Niam Patel
Entrepreneur, next gen adviser, innovator, and individual investor. Niam never ceases to amaze and contribute to organisational development with his innate entrepreneurial insights, wisdom beyond his years, business analysis, and learned know-how in tech, new asset classes and sustainability. Co-Founder of Circ Regen and Card Culture. Studied History at Cambridge University.
Nick Hargrave
Over 20 years in the capital markets, corporate finance and investment at Rothschild, UBS, and DBAY Advisors. Founder of Moulton Harrox Members (MHM), the innovative individual investor engagement platform, and Non-Executive Director of EcoPure Waters. Unwaveringly committed to individual investor empowerment and education. BSc, Mathematics & Statistical Science, UCL.
Unizel Joy Go
Business administration, social media management and digital design. Positively contributes to the overall productivity, sustainability, and creativity of our organisation thanks to her diligence. Licensed Teacher, Professional Regulation Commission.
SENIOR MEMBER-ADVISERS
Danny Wallace
Individual investor, steadfast proponent of shareholder democracy, diversity, equitability, and inclusion. Entrepreneur with a focus on business and engineering. Delivers positive impact on society via his commitment to and delivery of proactive community engagement activities.
Kass Mohamed
Angel investor, mentor, business strategy expert. Active investor focussed primarily on providing angel investments and mentoring to start up and early stage high growth companies. Highly experienced in corporate strategy and values good governance as a pillar for strong business performance.
Sue Milton
Seasoned global governance and IT advisory leader from the finance and central banking sector. Focused on corporate sustainability, cyber security and shareholder democracy. With experience in finance and central bank governance, Sue expertly manages diversified investment portfolios, ensuring equitable treatment and risk diversification, leveraging her directorial and operational strategy proficiency.
SENIOR ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Cathryn Riley
Paul Matthews
Angeli Arora
Karin Schulte
The white paper informal committee
- ShareAction
- Tumelo
- Tulipshare
- Sillion
- Proxymity
- Peel Hunt
- Mishcon de Reya
- Professor Oliver Hart, Harvard University
- Rethinking Choices
- Lumi
- Involve
- Investor Meet Company
- Edelman
- CAUSE
- CTFN
- Board Agenda
- Audeliss
The informal committee
- Angeli Arora, Co-Chair
- Sheryl Cuisia, Co-Chair
- Alia Fazal
- Alison Owers
- Catherine Howarth
- Cathryn Riley
- Danny Wallace
- David Ko
- David Prosser
- Gabriel Brown
- Georgia Stewart
- Jenna Armitage
- Karin Schulte
- Kate Higgins
- Latika Shah
- Niam Patel
- Nick Hargrave
- Professor Oliver Hart
- Paul Lester, CBE
- Paul Matthews
- Richard Busellato
- Sabine Dembkowski
- Stacey Parsons
- Steven Fine
- Tom Rayner
- Tracey Brady
- Trevor Pryer
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