The Team

 Born in South Africa, Jaco came to Britain aged 20 to pursue his ambition of serving in the British Armed Forces, which he achieved in 2007 when joining the Parachute Regiment. In 2009, during his second tour of Afghanistan, Jaco sustained severe life changing injuries, including the loss of his left arm below the elbow, when he was hit by a rocket-propelled grenade following his platoon’s 45 minute fire fight with enemy forces. 

Fortunate to survive and following multiple operations and rehabilitation, Jaco has become an inspiration to many with his continued achievements. As well as competing for the Combined Services Disabled Ski Team and undertaking multiple marathons, he was also a member of the record-breaking ‘Walking With The Wounded’ team who trekked unsupported to the North Pole and narrowly missed reaching the summit of Everest due to adverse weather. Jaco also made his international para-cycling debut in 2013 and has since secured medals at multiple World Championships, most recently as a C3 category rider securing golds in the scratch race, kilo and omnium.

  Owner of Mentis Training & Consultancy. Michelle is extremely passionate about promoting positive mental health and raising awareness of mental ill health. She qualified as a MHFA Instructor Apr 2018 and has delivered many courses since then. Michelle prides herself on getting to know her clients to ensure the training is tailored to their business, making it relevant for all.  

Her previous experience was as a paramedic in the Royal Air Force, for 23 years, becoming a commissioned officer for the latter part. Michelle is an experienced leader and manager at all levels with tactical and strategic experience. She is a trained instructor and facilitator in a wide variety of forums throughout her military career. She has a vast array of experience working in Primary & Secondary Care at various levels both clinically and within management roles. Michelle strives to promote positive mental health in the workplace and wants to help companies understand what can happen if it goes wrong, and how they can best support their employees.

Adam recently left the Armed Services after a 27 year career. Adam first joined the Army in 1992 with the Queens Lancashire Regiment which then amalgamated with other Regiments to form The Duke of Lancaster’s Regiment.

Adam rose through the ranks reaching WO1 and was given the opportunity to become the Garrison Sergeant Major at Warminster Garrison.

He served his country in many conflicts and was posted to Iraq, Afghanistan, NI and Bosnia on many different occasions. Adam was awarded the Meritorious Service Medal (MSM) in the 2016 New Year’s Day honours list.

Towards his later years in the forces, Adam was commissioned to Captain in the The Duke of Lancaster’s Regiment. He was given the opportunity to become a unit Welfare Officer and careers manager.

On leaving the Army, Adam studied at Northampton University and graduated with a Master’s Degree. The qualifications Adam gained from university, gave Adam the perfect start into the world of education where he works currently. Adam is now employed at The Blackpool and Fylde College as a lecturer and tutor for all Merchant Navy Officer Cadets.

In his spare time, Adam is a keen sportsman and is currently on the British Triathlon Team. He is married to Katie and has a son called Dexter (11) and Florence (6)

Adam is also the Founder of the Fleetwood Community Triathlon Hub,. Anyone that subscribes to join the club will also be supporting us to provide the much need help and support to veterans across Lancashire, which include those In Fleetwood and surrounding areas. 

Parents of Jordan Bancroft 

Tony and Sheila have very Kindly allowed us to name our building after Jordan who was sadly killed in Afghanistan 10 years ago. Jordan was a friend of our MD and he also served with Jordan in Iraq. When Tony and Sheila kindly allowed  us to name our building BANCROFT HOUSE we then knew this would be an amazing legacy not just for Jordan but his family too. 

Both Tony  and Sheila will also be great Ambassadors to Us. They are already a massive part of the Healthier Heroes family.