Meet The Staff

Alan McMillan Chief Executive Officer

Responsible for supporting both staff and Board in the delivery of the 4 year strategy, linking with external partners and to overview the daily delivery of the organisation.

David Gourlay High Performance Coach

Responsible for ensuring players are prepared to compete on the world stage.

Claire Johnston Competitions & Events Officer

Responsible for planning, organising and delivering Bowls Scotland’s competitions and events, working closely with the Competition & Events Group.

John Kemp National Development Manager

Leads the development team to increase participation in the sport, support volunteers and work with clubs to improve.

Duncan Caithness Coach & Volunteer Education Officer

Part of the development team and main contact for leading, planning and delivering the Bowls Scotland Coach Education and Volunteer Development Programme.

Lawra Cox Regional Development Officer

Part of the development team supporting clubs in areas such as membership recruitment and retention, partnership building with local authorities, funding applications, business planning and more.

Stuart Bell Regional Development Officer

Part of the development team supporting clubs in areas such as membership recruitment and retention, partnership building with local authorities, funding applications, business planning and more.

Graham Cole Office Manager

Responsible for the day to day running of the Bowls Scotland office and managing the office staff.

Cheryl Gibson Office Administrator

Main point of contact for any enquiries to the office via email and phone. Assists with general administration including PVG applications.

Liz Craig Finance Officer

Responsible for dealing with finance procedures, paying invoices and managing payments.

Steven Barclay Competition & Events Administrator

Responsible for supporting the Competition & Events Officer in delivering Bowls Scotland’s competitions and events including administration of the National Championship draws. Also supports in areas of IT.