Ray and partner Helen are relative newcomers to Breedon Parish, although Helen grew up in Wilson and went to Breedon School and they both lived in Melbourne before moving to Barley Croft. Ray has gained considerable business experience over 35 years running his own engineering, property and renewable energy businesses and wishes to contribute his knowledge and skills in supporting the local community. Ray was a committee member of the Warwickshire Poppy Ball for 14 years which raised in excess of £250,000 for the Royal British Legion, is an "average" golfer, and enjoys tennis and gardening.