The BID Team
The BID Team
Positively Putney BID is governed by a voluntary Board of Directors who represent levy payers from a range of sectors and organisations in the Putney BID area. The Board advises on operational and service delivery issues, oversee performance measurement, and act as the primary consultative body on BID services. They are responsible for the BID’s financial arrangements, contractual obligations, human resources, standards and compliance, and strategic direction. Members of the Board of Directors are subject to election at the Annual General Meeting.
Nicola Grant (Executive Director) leads the small salaried team and is responsible for ensuring that the objectives and services detailed in the business plan are successfully delivered.
Meet the BID team
Nicola Grant – Executive Director
Nicola Grant
Executive Director
Nicola Grant, born and grew up in Wandsworth, has always enjoyed spending time in Putney. She led the BID development during 2016, and has been the Executive Director for the Putney BID Company since its inception. Nicola is responsible for ensuring the BID objectives are delivered.
She has worked in regenerating town centres for twenty years. Nicola is a fellow of the Institute of Place Management, has completed the British BIDs Certificate in BID Management, and the Diploma in BID Leadership.
When I contemplate the next five years, it is interesting to imagine what a town centre will look like in 2028.
Hannah Crerar – Business Engagement Manager
Hannah loves everything about Putney. With a background in music she brings enthusiasm and positivity to the community and has a wealth of knowledge of running a business.
Svanitha Barlow – Business Engagement Manager
Svanitha lives in Putney and is very involved in the Putney community. Previously working in advertising she is very keen to speak to every business owner and ensure they are receiving maximum value from the BID.
The Board of Directors
Putney BIDCO Limited is governed by a board of volunteer directors reflecting the business sectors, size and geographic location of the levy paying businesses.
The board will be subject to re-election at the Annual general meeting.
Ray Kane – Phoenix Yoga
Ray is the founder of Phoenix Yoga Studios on Upper Richmond Road. He set up the community company that took over House of Yoga. Phoenix Yoga is Community owned by teachers and members. Ray lives in Putney and is very passionate about ensuring everyone hears about what a wonderful place it is. Ray is the Chair of Positively Putney BID.
Veronika Wilson – Putney Arts Theatre
Veronika is the Chair of Positively Putney Board. Veronika is the general manager part of the Putney Arts Theatre. The Theatre works closely with Putney families and young people as part of the local arts community.
Veronika’s personal background has been within the arts and third sector areas. She is part of the steering committee for Wandsworth Arts Fringe, the borough wide annual fringe festival, and has an interest in the ways in which artistic intervention can help animate everyday space.
Robert Lusher – Russell Cooke
Robert is a partner in the real estate team at Russell Cooke, which is situated close to Putney railway station. Russell Cooke moved to Putney after the second world war in 1958 and has been an important presence in the High Street ever since supporting local businesses and individuals. As well as physically being at the centre of Putney, the firm is fully involved in Putney’s community life and is one of its largest employers.
Dominic Stead – Sporting Feet
Dominic is the joint owner of independent sports footwear retailer Sporting Feet. Sporting Feet opened in Putney in June 2011 and have established strong links in the local community. Before launching Sporting Feet, Dominic had a successful 25 year career in the media and advertising sector.
Christine Hernar – Ben & Lola
Christine is the co-founder of Ben & Lola children’s store located in Putney Exchange. They sell Scandinavian inspired clothing & toys for girls and boys from the age of 0 months and up to the age of 8 years. Christine loves being part of community events encouraging people into her store.
Jamie Catling – McDonalds
Jamie purchased Putney McDonalds on Putney High Street at the end of 2022. He is passionate about businesses working together to develop Putney town centre, and making it a town of destination. Jamie has worked in retail for the last 40 years both in the corporate world and as an independent franchisee which bring a good perspective to the board.
Rosie Dugard – Dugard & Daughters
Rosie is the co owner of Dugard and Daughters with her husband which opened in Putney High Street in November 2024. It is a family-run butcher and larder and the Putney branch is their third shops in South London. They stocking all free range and rare breed meats alongside a hand picked range of specialist and artisan products. Rosie likes to be in the heart of the community and is committed to ensuring high streets continue to thrive.
Cllr Finna Ayres – Wandsworth Council
Councillor Ayres is an observer at BID Board meetings on behalf of Wandsworth Council. She represents the ward of East Putney in Wandsworth Council. She in involved in various council committees and has a particular interest in planning applications and community safety.
Putney Society – Putney Society
A representative from Putney Society attends the BID Board meetingsas an observer, ensuring that the residents voice is heard. From its inception in 1959, Putney Society has been proactive in protecting the built environment in Putney and, more recently, has been concerned with maintaining a balance between local employment and commercial space whilst adding to the housing stock.
Lorinda Freint – Wandsworth Council
Lorinda Freint is the Business and Enterprise Manager within the Economic Development Office at Wandsworth Council. She attends the BID Board meetings as an observer.
Metropolitan Police
The Thamesfield ward Safer Neighbourhood team, as well as Police licensing officers and Counter Terrorism officers work closely with the BID team to ensure Putney town centre remains safe. They will attend the BID Board meetings as necessary.