Malcolm
Together with wife Sue, Malcolm has constantly sought creative solutions to enable their ambition for both their children to be treated with respect and valued for the unique individuals they are. Malcolm and Sue created the foundations for Jen and Anthony, and since founding DanceSyndrome for thousands of others, to have the right support and opportunities to pursue their dreams and follow their passions.
From a working-class background, Malcolm pursued a career in mechanical engineering, taking one step at a time with each new role and opportunity. Malcolm has over 35 years experience of running complex international manufacturing businesses around the world. He spent most of this time leading businesses through challenging times and transition, which always led to achieving profitable growth.
Malcolm is recognised for managing change effectively, building teams and empowering people whilst recognising the different cultures and aspirations of all those involved.
Malcolm’s ethos focuses on listening to individuals finding ways to enable them to follow the path that encourages growth and opportunities to reach their potential – whether that’s in his career, family life, or DanceSyndrome.
Malcolm and Sue love their nomadic lifestyle, made possible by Jen having the right support and structure to live independently. Sailing, skiing and exploring the outdoors are passions they continue to enjoy.
Sue
Sue has always been a Disruptor for Good, recognised with a Lifetime Achievement Award (2025) and International Thought Leader (2024). Following her heart Sue believes in a society where everyone belongs as equals including those historically marginalised. She challenges inequitable societal norms and is turning the world upside down through her writing, speaking. Sue continues to champion and support DanceSyndrome, the charity she co-founded with her daughter Jen in 2009.
Having experienced an upbringing in Quakerism and a classical music training at Royal College of Music, Sue says her career was chosen for her when her first born child, Jen, was born with Down’s syndrome. Having spent time volunteering with the homeless in London, social justice is a core value. Sue believes that every person has the right to belong, be seen and valued, embraced and supported as the unique individual they are contributing to society.
Sue says, “We’ve created a movement for social change, turning challenges into opportunities. We witness people with intellectual disabilities becoming leaders and contributing to society. We are unleashing energy and positivity latent within the world’s largest minority.
“We KNOW what’s possible when we give the right support to everyone.”
Jen
‘Dream, Believe, Achieve and you will go far!’
‘Winning awards shows that people with learning disabilities can do amazing things with their lives if given a chance’
I was born to dance. I am a dancer, dance leader, the co-Founder, director and Queen of DanceSyndrome! I also play the flute with my ‘flute monkey mate’, love karate and WWE wrestling, chillaxing with my best friend Becky, and diamond art on big canvases! I love winning awards, appearing on national TV, dancing/speaking on big or small stages, rubbing shoulders with VIPs, being invited to Buckingham Palace garden parties and the House of Lords
I’m honoured to support National Activity Providers Association (NAPA) as an ambassador and want to show others what’s possible, with the right support.
I want to get the world dancing!
‘I do have Down’s syndrome but my disability doesn’t define me for who I am’
Anthony
Holding a masters in engineering I have consistently worked within technology led industries across automotive, motorsport, marine and defence. With over 10 years’ experience running international technology and engineering business having lived in India, USA and the UK I have consistently developed businesses to achieve through innovation, revenue growth and cashflow improvement. Currently I hold the position of CTO and Divisional Managing Director within a multi-national business group delivering solutions from software and controls engineering to complete vehicles.
With more than 8 patents I have extensive experience in achieving growth through a blend of commercial, technical innovation and operational leadership. Currently I am based in the midlands with my wife and 2 young daughters.