About Bridge of Hope
Building inclusive pathways to opportunity through learning, employment, and community impact.
Bridge of Hope is a mission-led organisation working with employers, job seekers, and communities to create inclusive, sustainable routes into meaningful work. We believe that when people are supported properly, potential turns into progress — for individuals, organisations, and society.
Why Bridge of Hope Exists
Bridge of Hope was created in response to a simple but persistent challenge:
too many talented people face barriers to employment, and too many employers struggle to access and support diverse talent in meaningful ways.
Rather than offering one-size-fits-all solutions, Bridge of Hope brings together learning, employer engagement, and community-based support to bridge this gap. Our work is practical, people-centred, and focused on long-term outcomes — not short-term fixes.
Our Mission
To create inclusive pathways into employment by connecting people, learning, and employers in ways that unlock opportunity and drive lasting social impact.
Our Vision
A future where everyone has access to meaningful work, supportive workplaces, and opportunities to grow — regardless of background or circumstance.
Meet the Team Behind Bridge of Hope
Behind Bridge of Hope is a team of leaders, technologists, and delivery experts committed to inclusive opportunity, social mobility, and meaningful employment outcomes.
James Fellowes
Founder
James is a sales leader, business developer, and innovator with a proven ability to build trusted relationships with senior decision-makers. With a strong track record working alongside global industry leaders, he co-founded Bridge of Hope to create a powerful bridge between overlooked talent and inclusive employers.
Chance Bleu-Montgomery
Co-Founder
Chance is a powerful voice for social mobility, combining lived experience, creativity, and a relationship-first approach that opens doors others cannot. As Co-Founder of Bridge of Hope, he helps turn inclusive hiring conversations into real opportunities for people facing barriers to work.
Neil Murdoch
Solutions Architect
Neil is the technical force behind the systems that power Bridge of Hope. As Solutions Architect, he designs and delivers scalable, reliable digital solutions that ensure the platform, tools, and services work seamlessly for jobseekers, employers, and partners.
Mohamed Koroma
Director – Bridge of Hope Local
Mohamed leads Bridge of Hope Local, building strong, on-the-ground partnerships that help people access training, guidance, and real job opportunities in their communities. He ensures local delivery remains human-first, responsive, and impact-driven.
Roy Baladi
CEO, Jobs for Humanity / Platform Tech Manager
Roy leads Jobs for Humanity and oversees the platform technology that connects people to opportunity at scale. As Platform Tech Manager, he ensures a smooth, accessible, and user-friendly experience that supports inclusive hiring across communities.
Sandra Ibrahim
Customer Success
Sandra supports Bridge of Hope’s employers and partners to achieve the best possible outcomes from the platform and services. She ensures every relationship is nurtured, every journey is supported, and every experience is built around long-term success.
Keith Conway
CEO & Founder, Diverse Futures
Keith is the CEO and Founder of Diverse Futures, helping employers unlock their Apprenticeship Levy and invest it into meaningful workforce development. His work supports organisations to build inclusive talent pipelines and strengthen AI readiness for the future of work.
Ayesha Sharda
Director of Delivery, Diverse Futures
Ayesha leads delivery at Diverse Futures, ensuring programmes are delivered with excellence, consistency, and measurable impact. She supports employers and learners through high-quality training experiences that enable progression and long-term career outcomes.
Trusted by Inclusive Employers & Delivery Partners
We work alongside employers and partners who are committed to inclusive hiring, workforce development, and long-term social impact.
A Bridge Between Opportunity and Impact
Bridge of Hope is a mission-led organisation working at the intersection of learning, employment, and social inclusion. We design and deliver programmes that help employers build inclusive workplaces, support individuals into meaningful work, and strengthen communities through practical, real-world learning. Our work is rooted in collaboration, lived experience, and measurable outcomes — not theory alone.