Speaker bios

Gary Vaux has been a welfare benefits adviser for over 40 years, working in a wide variety of frontline and management roles, with an in-depth understanding of the social security system in the UK. Although retired from his day job, he is an active author, broadcaster, trainer, and consultant for a number of national charities, local authorities, radio and TV stations, law firms, housing associations and others. He has a long-standing relationship with the DWP at a national level, where he is asked to review and comment on forthcoming changes or the impact of previous ones.

Gary has supported Crohn’s & Colitis UK for a number of years. He helps us to make sure our information on money and benefits is accurate, up to date and trustworthy. He has three family members affected by Crohn’s or Colitis, and understands through them just a little of what people have to go through to get the financial support they sometimes need. Away from work, he's a Spurs season ticket holder, with six fabulous grandkids.

Jordon Cox is known as TV's ‘Coupon King’ - finding you deals, discounts and tricks to save money. He was diagnosed with Crohn's Disease at 18 years old, and has battled with Crohn's his whole adult life. During his worst, he dropped down to 6 stone 10 in weight, and was fed intravenously before undergoing two surgeries to remove diseased bowel. He's now currently in remission. During his time in hospital, Jordon honed his craft at saving money and finding deals, and even made several £1,000s while stuck in a hospital bed. Both illness and money are very important topics for him, and he can't wait to share what he's learned about his journey.

Catherine Winsor is Director of Services, Research & Evidence at Crohn's & Colitis UK. She has worked in the healthcare charity sector for over 20 years, including senior roles at Prostate Cancer UK and Bowel Cancer UK, leading teams focused on improving healthcare pathways and the provision of patient support services. Catherine is passionate about health inequality and improving access to support for everyone.