Leadership Fellows: Photos

ADAMS, Ian

Executive leadership of government agencies and NHS. Extensive experience in politics and charities. Trustee, Amnesty International UK Charity Board & Vice-Chair, Single Homeless Project.  Past Lord Mayor of Westminster.

ADNETT, Simon

A solutions sales specialist with over 15 years in the industry. Experience in enterprise transformation projects and helping businesses change the way they interact.

AKERELE, Ronke (Dr)

A seasoned leader with expertise in transformation, innovation and culture change. Executive experience across healthcare sector. Non-Executive experience in academia and social enterprise sectors.

ALAM, Tanvir (Dr)

Chief Medical Advisor, Chairman, East of England, British Association of Physicians of Indian Origin. TPD for Advancing Equity & Differential Attainment, volunteer and training roles.

ALLEN, Kay

Protagonist and award-winning entrepreneur.  Director, Diverse Advice, expert in responsible business and diversity & inclusion. Strategic Advisor, Purple Space & Panel Member, Ofcom.

AMRATIA, Dev

Background in aerospace engineering, now leveraging AI to transform construction project management. Wrote the UK’s AI strategy in 2017 and previously Project Manager with Shell.

ARDLEY-PRICE, Lisa

Senior Lawyer. Trade and Commodity Finance Specialist. People Leader. Coach. Mentor. Speaker. Charity Trustee. Business Advisor. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion. Wellbeing.

ARNOLD, Paul

CEO and Board member, with extensive experience in data regulation, and passionate about creating cohesion and equality of access to opportunity in organisations.

AYSON, Algy

Inclusive change leader, community builder, board member and experienced project delivery professional driving change, transformation and operational excellence across public and private sectors.

BAILEY, Andrew

Leader in the fields of strategy, business transformation, consultancy, data and process re-engineering. Multi-sector experience, maritime, defence/security, motorsport, financial services

BALDONADO, Kira

International Fellow. Leader in the field of public health and policy approaches to vision care, helping raise it as a significant public health issue. Advocate, author, collaborator.

BARKER-COOK, Katy

Career roles within Nationwide. Leader with 18 years’ experience within financial services including Treasury, Marketing and Credit Risk. A mum to 3 boys and otherwise found on the side-lines of her children’s football matches.

BARNES, Alison

Previously Director, Natural England; led local biodiversity policy within Defra; Head of Advocacy, English Nature. Board member, Business South; SE Forestry. Landscape Institute and RSA Fellow

BARR-JONES, Leona

21-year military career provided a basis for inclusive leadership and delivery of major change programmes, including managing the London 2012 Olympics/Paralympics operational readiness for TfL.

BASU, Amit

International Fellow. Internationally experienced entrepreneur growing start-up technology companies to successful exits. Executive with banking and consulting firms including Accenture. EdTech innovation focus with University of Pennsylvania.

BASU, Gautam

Managing Partner, Board Member, and Advisor to global Fortune 500 & private equity firms in creating value through operations & Mergers & Aquisitions.

BAXTER, Ian

Logistics entrepreneur, start-ups investor and public speaker on capitalism, leadership and faith, Arsenal fan.

BEETY, Dan

Leader in the field of corporate & health public affairs and communications. UK Board Director with expertise in developing and leading integrated strategies and teams.

BERESFORD, Clare

Leader in the field of professional services. Diversity and Inclusion champion.  Advisory Board member, Thomson Reuters TWLL Board, Fundraising Board member, The Personal Support Unit charity

BERRY, Annabel

Chair of the North East Cyber Cluster, Mental Health in Cybersecurity advocate and spokesperson, and empowers women through work with Ladies Hacking Society (non-profit).

BIRLA, Arun

A leading international tax lawyer. Recognised as among the 50 Most Influential Lawyers by Financial News.

BIRTLES, Kate

Leader in Customer Experience and Service profession in roles across Europe and UK. Ex-professional dancer with volunteer work providing support to children and adults through dance.

BLYFIELD, Sharon

Leader in the field of human resources in the consumer goods industry. Specialising in the inspiration of young talent through apprenticeships. OBE.

BODDISON, Adam

Experienced CEO driving sustainable social impact by uniting education and enterprise. Managing Director, Grant Genie, Non-Executive Director, Visiting Professor and Author. OBE.

BOSLEY, Stuart

Extensive international experience in major infrastructure projects, dispute resolution and expert litigation support. Member of Chartered Institute of Arbitrators, Institute of Directors, Prime Dispute fellow.

BOYCE, I. Stephanie

Extensive leadership background in public law and global governance. Member, National Preparedness Commission. Former member, HM Treasury & Department of BEIS Socio-Economic Taskforce. Deputy Lieutenant, Buckinghamshire. CBE.

BRADBURY, Sarah

Retail industry leader with over 30 years experience driving food system change through values-led leadership, balancing commercial, quality, risk and resilience priorities across complex supply chains.

BRAGAGNI, Maurizio (Dr)

Honorary Consul Serenissima Repubblica di San Marino. Honorary Senior Visiting Fellow, Bayes Business School. Visiting Professor, Bolton University. Co-founder & Chairman, Esharelife Foundation. OBE.

BRITTON, Paul

Range of previous roles within the Chamber, special interest in Inward Investment, worked with top corporates to establish the Thames Valley Inward Investment Portal

BROOKS, Christina

Social impact entrepreneur with over 20 years’ experience in the talent attraction field. Trustee, The Footsteps Trust; Mentor, Key4Life & Advisor to multiple social start-ups.

BUCKTON, Ben

Extensive experience across UK, EMEA, North America and Asia. NED & Trustee, New Family Social. Advisory Board Member, Vulnerability Registration Service. Previously COO, Ampa.

BUNCE, Jamie

Business originator focused on positively redefining later living by placing holistic wellbeing, choice and independence at the heart of vibrant new communities.

BUNCE, Pips

Multi award winning gender fluid and non-binary leader/architect across financial institutions. Co-chair of LGBT & Ally program presenting across parliament, government equalities office, BBC, Financial News.

BURCHELL, Will

CEO of BCRT with senior leadership experience across the third sector in health and social care organisations, including the Deaf Society and Autism East Midlands.

CAMERON, Mark

Experienced Senior Executive and former Royal Navy Officer, with a demonstrated history as an HR Professional, Chief Executive Officer and Naval Weapon Systems Engineer.

CANNAVINA, Michael

Internationally experienced energy development & services executive director. Passionate about operational excellence and driving asset teams to deliver high production efficiency. Vice Chair, Royal Automobile Club.

CASTELL, Tanya

Also Independent NED, Faster Payments Scheme Limited; Institute and Faculty of Actuaries (Chair, Quality Assurance); Governor, Fettes College; Vice Chair, Scottish Canals. Awarded MBE in 2017

CASTRO CARDONA, Felipe

Nurse and Midwife with 20+ years’ NHS experience; FNF Scholar and Windsor alumnus; former Director, Midwifery Unit Network; focused on equity, maternity safety and AI.

CAUSON, Joanna

Leader in the professional body sector. Non-executive director roles. Media commentator, Policy advisor to Parliament. Previously with the Chartered Management Institute and the City & Guilds of London

CHATURVEDI, Akshay

International Leadership Fellow. Tech entrepreneur in the field of cross-border talent mobility. Board member/Angel Investor. Multi-awards. Runs communities, podcasts, non-profits focusing internationalisation.

CHEEMA, Kelvin

Digital innovative leader with a blend of consultancy, advisory and global delivery experience. Holds board level strategic advisory roles at the University of Bath and Talent Microsoft Technologies.

CHILDS, Amanda

Organisational Development Consultant, Optum Health & Technology (UK). HR Professional. Previous leadership career roles with Siemens, Safeway. Mentor

CHOWDHURY, Sonya

Non-Executive Director, Curo. Chair, World ME Alliance. Chair, DecodeME Study. IoD Director of The Year, Public & Third Sector.

CLAAS, Babette (Dr)

Leader of BCG’s educational initiative business@school since 1999. b@s gives students a close-up, hands-on look at business and entrepreneurship. Ph.D

CLARKE, Dave

Entrepreneur providing technical vision and business leadership for the development of semantic AI solutions. Contributor to international industry standards, and initiatives on political polarisation.

COLE, Chris

Board Member, GOD TV & The Christian Broadcasting Council.  Previously Executive Director and Trustee, United Christian Broadcasters. Committed supporter of the growth in Christian media globally.

COLLINS, Richard

Leader in the field of corporate responsibility and sustainability. Volunteer, The Green Organisation Awards, Founder of the CSR Accreditation Scheme. Vice President, Buckinghamshire Chamber of Commerce

COLVAN, Simon

Experienced communications professional, blending big-picture vision with attention to detail. Commercially astute, focused on delivering measurable business value and impact.

COSMETATOS, Peter

Trade association leader interested in the nexus between policy, regulation, capital and a sustainable built environment. Previously a lawyer and school governor; also a linguist.

CRADDOCK, James

Extensive experience in the field of real estate with over 15 years spent in the industrial and logistics sector.  Previous roles with Prologis, MetLife Investments and CBRE.

CROWTHER, Jane

Experienced leader of strategy and organisational development. Trustee, Choral Foundation. Former HR Director, Royal Opera House, HR expert in oil and gas, and management consultant.

CULLEN, Eva

Leader in the fields of operations, transformation, change and customer experience. Previous senior roles with, John Lewis Partnership, British Gas, Centrica and Dell.

CURLEY, Martin

Dynamic Digital and Innovation/Research Director with strong people management skills. International keynote speaker. Chair annual UNGA-SS Digital Health Symposium and Visiting Professor, University of Bath.

DADDS, Martyn

NED of Restraint Reduction Network and international company The Real Potential, previously MD of Crisis Prevention Institute and RR Donnelley, an $11.6 billion Fortune 250 global organisation

DALY, Chris

Career roles within the Institute. Previous leadership roles with West Wycombe Corporate Entertainment, Central Office of Information (Foreign & Commonwealth Office), Major, Household Cavalry Regiment

DAVIES, Sharon

Background in not for profit youth sector with experience covering negotiation, change management, culture and strategy. Passionate advocate of opportunities for young people, MBA qualified

DE CAUX, Robert

Leader in the field of applied technology – financial services, healthcare, manufacturing. Formerly with Logical Glue, Lehman Brothers. Enthusiast for cross-discipline knowledge and quizzing

DEJEAN, Catriona

Board Trustee, INTRAC (social justice). Previously Chief Impact Officer, Tearfund and social enterprise and community development roles

DENMAN, Clark

Award-winning leader in the creation of digital content, from branding to architectural design, high end visualisation and animation for clients across the globe.

DESAI, Vishal

Award-winning leader in the field of Enterprise Risk Management. Globally recognised advocate for Diversity & Inclusion in business. Formerly, Chief Actuary at The Bank of England.

DIAMOND, Yasmin

Strategic corporate affairs & sustainability business leader. Non-Executive Director, Rugby Football Union. Career spanning global hotel sector, UK Civil Service, BBC and NHS. CB

DOGGETT, Tim

Extensive leadership experience in logistics and global supply chain. Chartered Fellow of the CILT and member of various groups within Government and the G7.

DUDFIELD, Helen (Dr)

RAEng Visiting Professor, Nottingham Trent University on Innovation in Human Factors.  Formerly Senior Principal Psychologist HM Government. Volunteer to increase diversity in STEM

DURAND-AGBO, Cecile

Finance and board professional with strong risk and governance expertise, supporting thoughtful and responsible decision-making through listening, dialogue and collaboration.

EDWARDS, Dave

International senior executive with extensive experience of commercial growth, turnaround and relationship management. Politically experienced with significant lobbying skills.  Arts Charity Trustee.

EDWARDS, Jenny

Former CEO, Mental Health Foundation. Honorary Fellow, Faculty of Public Health. Community Advisory Board, Woodland Savers. CBE.

EMMETT, Christine

Leadership & Commercial direction – significant projects: British Rail Privatisation, Channel Tunnel. NED High Speed Rail Ltd, NHS Trusts, County Councillor. Lateral thinker, ever the optimist!

FARDAD, Elham

Extensive leadership career in blue chip multinationals including GE, News Corp and EY. Member of multiple Advisory Boards. Mentor and Speaker.

FLETCHER, Matt

Extensive background in tech, software and public sector systems. Passionate about building an inspiring company that rewards success and nurtures the next generation of talent.

FLOURNOY, Belton

Leader in business transformation, technology and security strategy, with extensive experience delivering strategic solutions across global organisations. Trusted consultant driving innovation and lasting impact.

GASKIN, Matt

Experienced C-suite director with a proven track record in business growth, IT, AI, robotics, and transformation. Skilled in leadership, problem-solving, communication and customer-focused solutions.

GASTON, Michael

Appointed in 2017 after leading the merger process. Extensive experience in both Further and Higher Education. Executive coach and facilitator.

GERRING, Daniel

Internationally recognised lawyer and charity leader. Passion for/expertise in social justice, rule of law, refugees and those seeking asylum, housing, retirement outcomes and inclusion.

GILL, Jamie

Leader in the field of supporting care leavers, young homeless and young people who offend to succeed in life. Board Member of CVS South Gloucestershire

GOLSHAN, Tara

Developed the humanitarian and education programme Jane Goodall’s Roots & Shoots for UK and UAE. Previously Head of Education, ProShare and Senior Manager, Financial Times Business

GONZALEZ, Marcela

Chartered Director IoD, previous leadership roles in other financial institutions. Professor of Business Administration and Leadership, Cali, Colombia.

GOOSSENS, Iwert

Experienced CFO, working across all levels of the corporate sector and skilled in hands-on management, finance strategies, funding, and growth management.

HAKESLEY, James

Award winning leader and entrepreneur. Buckinghamshire Business First Growth Champion, New Business of the Year 2017 and winner Young Entrepreneur of the year, Thames Valley Business Awards 2018

HALL, Andrew

Expert in the fields of climate security, business strategy and risk mitigation. Previously Global Client Relations Director and extensive leadership background in the defence sector.

HALL, Anna

Leader with a background in Sports Administration and Operations in Equestrian sport. Board Trustee, Pets as Therapy. Previously with Riding for the Disabled Association and British Equestrian.

HAMILTON, Susan

Previous senior roles in local government and the NHS, the Royal Osteoporosis Society, and Committee Member, National Institute for Health Research.

HAMPSON, Elizabeth

Career roles in Deloitte and with Tribal Group, NHS Confederation, Goldman Sachs, UBS. Trustee. Hobbies include, pottery collection, piano, yoga, water sports with her family.

HAMS, Steve

Healthcare leader driving clinical governance, quality and operational excellence. Associate NED, Surrey Heartlands, Visiting Professor, UWE Bristol, & Chair of Trustees, Infection Prevention Society. MBE.

HANKS, Sally

Extensive clinical experience in primary care, special care & behavioural management; and Higher Education leader. Focusing on person-centred development, emotional intelligence and innovative learning.

HARBORD, Clare

Experienced Executive Committee Member and Corporate Affairs Director. Previous senior positions at Drax, Heathrow Airport & UK Ministry of Justice. Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Public Relations

HARDY-YOUNG, Tim

Diversity, equity and inclusion expert with a background in the international third sector. Member of multiple equality/human rights committees. LGBT+ and mental health champion.

HARRINGTON, Michael

Leaders in the field of helping Home Affairs organisations keep their citizens safe and their borders secure. Previous leadership roles with Capgemini. Formerly British Army Officer

HARRIS, Jane

Leader in the field of social change, communications, public affairs. Partners national, local government, media, education, NHS. Previous roles with, National Autistic Society, Leonard Cheshire Disability.

HARRISON, Dawn

Scientist by background, leader in the field of defence training. Previous senior roles with Lockheed Martin, Thales and QinetiQ.

HAUCK, Christine

Management consulting, global business planning and analysis, creating value through digitization and AI in Finance.

HAY, Peter

Executive member, New NHS Alliance; Board member, Social Care Institute for Excellence and Community Integrated Care. Former Director for People, Birmingham City Council.  Awarded CBE

HAYES, Simon

International Leadership Fellow. Extensive experience working with CFOs of multinationals. Strategy advisor, mentor and connector of people. Trustee, Royal Society for Asian Affairs & NED, Dara School.

HEAWOOD, Jonathan

Chair, Joseph Rowntree Charitable Trust, Senior Research Fellow, University of Stirling. Previously CEO, IMPRESS, the independent monitor for the Press; Consultant & Author.

HERITAGE, John

Previously COO, North West Boroughs Healthcare NHS FT.  FE & HE College Governor and University Hon. Senior Lecturer. Background in the third sector in commercial development

HETTIARACHCHI, Madara

Humanitarian leader with extensive experience providing strategic oversight of international humanitarian responses, with previous deployment experience in large-scale disasters.

HEY, Nancy

Global leader in the field of wellbeing. Policy Professional, Advisor and Coach. Extensive experience leading and growing successful teams. Board Member National Centre for Creative Health.

HINDLE, Mark

Experienced healthcare technology leader driving transformation through collaboration, delivery and innovation. Passionate about improving lives through digital solutions, strong teams and customer-focused outcomes.

HOWELLS, Keith

Former Chief Design Engineer, Rolls-Royce. Chartered Engineer and Fellow, Institution of Mechanical Engineers. Significant leadership experience in change management. Business Mentor for the Prince’s Trust since 2014.

JACQUES, Steve

A global senior leader and experienced social worker in the field of child and family social services.  Non-Executive Director of the National LGBT Federation (Ireland) and children’s services organisations in the USA and Asia.  Award-winning diversity champion.

JARVIS, Jenny

Purpose-driven public sector leader with extensive experience in climate change, education, welfare and criminal justice. Expert and author in transformation, strategy and leadership.

JAUNDRILL, Darren

Former senior civil servant; Smart DCC delivery director; Harper Adams visiting faculty; England Rugby inclusive leadership delivery group member; lead reviewer for HM Treasury and UK Parliament.

JOEL, Ashiedu

Leader in the field of culture change, diversity and inclusive leadership.  Non-Executive Director, Derbyshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust and Elected Councillor, Leicester City Council.

JONES, David

Strategic change management & implementation specialist. CEO & National Chairman, Forum for the Built Environment (Faculty of Building), Managing Director, THIRTY30.

KELLER, Daniel

Board Trustee for Trees for Life, and previously for an education charity. Outdoor sports enthusiast – climbing, skiing, trail running.

KEMP, Tim

Facilitator and Leadership Coach, working with half a dozen professional networks on four continents. Author, keynote speaker and screen writer.

KENDRICK, Heledd

Leader with a passion for bringing a positive perspective to the workplace and leading a motivated team. Advisor, Omid International & Trustee, Little Troopers and Give Us Time.

KHAN, Faheem

Intervention provider to Mayor of London and Home Office. Deputy Headteacher and Redbridge LGBT+ Lead. Counter Terrorism Advisory Network Secretary. Winner of Mayor’s Award 2020.

KOLYVA Katerina

Impactful CEO and charity trustee with extensive experience in education, strategy, policy and leadership. Expert in EU/UK relations and mentoring women in leadership.

KOURSIS, Yiannis

Forward-thinking CEO with extensive experience leading transformation, building inclusive cultures and aligning people and strategy to create lasting value for organisations and communities.

KREIENKAMP, Eva

Award-winning leader and equal opportunity and diversity champion. Board member in the foundations ProutatWork and Queeres Leben in Rheinland-Pfalz.  Previously CEO, Berliner Verkehrsbetriebe.

KRONEN, Juliane (Dr)

Leader with an extensive background in strategy consulting for the global telecommunications industry and experience in social impact projects. Vice Chair, Right Livelihood Award Foundation.

LAUDA, Návjot S

Marketing and Communications leader with extensive experience in B2B SaaS, delivering impactful brand, content and growth strategies across Fortune 500s and startups.

LAYTON, Julie

Appointed 2015. Also Board Member, Charityworks, UK Non-Profit Sector’s Graduate Programme. Previously Director of Resources / Deputy CEO and Company Secretary, Advance.

LILLIE, Tammy

Experienced HR Director, results driven and passionate about realising the potential of people to drive business forward. Previous leadership roles with Met Office, Bristol Water, EDF, & Dialog Semiconductor.

LIVERMORE, David

International Leadership Fellow.  Research Professor, Global Leadership, Questrom School of Business, Boston University. Internationally acclaimed award-winning author, speaker, trainer, facilitator. Ph.D

LYMBERY, Philip

Award winning author, ornithologist, photographer and animal advocate. Extensive experience on animal welfare issues, wildlife and the environment. Globally recognised thought leader.

LYONS-COLLINS, Clare

Led the development of the national improvement model for mental health, NHS Improvement.  Previously, CEO, Best Beginnings. Occupational Therapist, Henley Business School MBA

MACAULEY, Amanda

Leader in the field of change consultancy. Creator of ‘WondrousWomen@Work’ Programme. Previous leadership roles with Capgemini, Ecclesiastical Insurance Group, Arthur Andersen. Rugby player

MAHAY, Kul

Leader in emotional intelligence, building inclusive cultures. Keynote speaker helping others perfect public speaking. Previously Superintendent, Derbyshire Constabulary.

MAHOMED, Faisal

Leader in the field of business strategy and transformation in the media and telecommunications sector. Board Trustee and Finance Committee Chair, The 5% Club.

MANN, Laks

Chair, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion, Charity People. Trustee and Board Member, Caba. Motivational Public Speaker. Top 100 Influential People UK Winner, 2025. MBE.

MARCEL, Brian

Chair since 1988; also Chair, Box Up Crime, CEO, Bar Code Systems, mentor to young entrepreneurs and local Councillor

MARKS, Kate (Dr)

Values-led leader transforming public services through digital and data. Experienced in shaping future-ready, sustainable, inclusive, and human-centred organisations for lasting impact. Board Trustee, Scouts. OBE.

MARSDEN-KNIGHT, Robin

Senior leader of HR and corporate functions with an extensive background in HR across public, private and third sector. Passionate about enabling teams to thrive.

MARTIN-VIGNERTE, Eman

Leader with extensive experience in delivering political strategy and developing relationships with governments. Diversity, equality & inclusion champion. Chair, South East CBI council; Advisor and Board member.

MARVEL, Ruth

Extensive senior management experience within the Charity and Social Enterprise Sector, directing policy, strategy and campaigns.

MATIBAG, Minerva

International Leadership Fellow. Global finance executive with extensive experience in complex markets, specialising in driving results, strategic partnerships, risk management and operational efficiency across diverse global environments.

MAVOR, Jeremy

Experienced senior executive, lawyer and General Counsel, leading the transformation of the UK’s energy system. Long-standing and experienced School Governor.

MAY, John

Leader in the field of youth opportunity, education, international co-operation. Trustee, speaking, advisory, and voluntary roles.

MAY, Rob

UK Ambassador for CyberSecurity and Fellow of IoD. Professional Speaker and Author. Liveryman. Also sits on several industry and academic advisory boards.

McDONNELL, Rory

On a mission to change care for the better! Hospice Nurse and Charity Director working to improve care with a growing team of outstanding nurses & carers

MEDITZ, Adriel

International Leadership Fellow. Board Member and Trustee for Arts and Social Impact groups. Global Advocate and Strategic Connector. Competitive Concert Pianist in a past life.

MOBLEY, Samantha (Sam)

Member of London Office Management Committee, Head of London India Group, Baker McKenzie. Vice Chair, Antitrust Committee, International Bar Association.

MOLLOY, Marc

Leadership specialist in performance, engagement and inclusion. A career focus on social mobility, education and financial inclusion. Trustee at The Great Friendship Project.

MONFRIES, Edith

Chartered Accountant with extensive experience in finance, operations and HR, advising on strategy, people and operations. Executive Committee member, Trustee, Sinfonia Smith Square & City of London Freeman.

MORIZZO, Michela

Recognised as one of the industry’s leaders with more than 20 years’ experience in data and strategic advisory.

MOTHA, Anita

Extensive experience in the voluntary sector within Catholic youth ministry and international development. Board Member and Former CEO, Million Minutes.

MOUKARZEL, Naim

Strategic and operational leadership in the UK military and public sector, providing advisory and non-executive support to charities.

MURPHY, M Kathleen

International Leadership Fellow. Nurse leader with extensive background in global and community health. Board Chair, Prevent Blindness. Fellow, International Council of Nurses Global Nursing Leadership Institute.

MUTTON, Adrian

Leader in the field of international expansion and business operations primarily in Asia. Over a decade spent living in India.

NG, Arden

International Leadership Fellow. Entrepreneur, focused on global HR and business expansion, with 25 years professional experience. Arthur Andersen alumni and prior senior client advisory roles with PwC & KPMG.

NOBBS, Amanda

Previously Member, Mayor of London’s Water Advisory Group; Non Exec Member, Flood and Coastal Programme Board. Former CEO, Council for National Parks. Awarded OBE 2017

NORBURY, Mark

Passionate about social purpose and leadership. Chair ACEVO – CEOs of UK charities. Experience running an NHS charity, directing Leaders’ Quest and INSEAD’s Executive MBA.

NORWOOD, Morag

People and Culture Leader driving transformation through collaboration, innovation and technology. Passionate about employee experience, sustainability and continuous improvement.

O'CALLAGHAN, Judith

International Leadership Fellow. Leader in the field of Enterprise Resource Planning, enabling organisations respond to the significant changes in the industry.

O'FERRALL, Philip

Leader in the fields of media, broadcasting, and digital disruption. Member, Royal Television Society, BAFTA, International Emmy Awards. Descendant of Knights of the Garter.

O'KEEFFE, Mok

Vice Chair and HR Director, Islington Arts Factory. Innovation Advisor, Royal Armoured Corps, Trustee/ Advisor positions.  Previously international leadership roles including, ?What If! Innovation, Yum Brands

O'LUANAIGH, Patrick

Former CEO, nDreams, Creative Director at Eidos, Director of TIGA, BAFTA member and occasional Netflix bit-part actor.

OLIVEIRA, Orlando

Leader in the field of design and branding with experience in a variety of industries. Previous senior roles with, Deutsche Bank, HSBC and SDL plc.

OMKAR, Krishna

Globally recognised thought leader on stakeholder capitalism and DEI. Non-Executive Director in the US, UK, and EU. Attitude 101 Trailblazers Changing the World.

ORTON, Phil

Health & Social care professional with over 30 years’ experience. Responsible for the strategic and operational leadership of all aspects of people management. Fellow, CIPD.

PALMER, Jonny

A seasoned military officer dedicated to serving military facing charities. Currently a Chief of the Air Staff’s Academic Fellow researching security implications of democratic decline. MBE

PANAY, Mark

Also Non-Executive Director, IdeaSquares, (crowdfunding); Ordoo, digital ordering platform; Trustee, Tobacco Factory Theatres and Co-Founder, Contactzilla, a seamless contact management system

PARKIN, Scott

Global leader in the field of Employability. Advisor to governments, speaker, author, multi award-winning advocate and champion for employability practitioners and professional practice development.

PARMAR, Jay

Inclusive leader with 30 years’ experience across the gas, water, automotive, financial industries. Chair of the CSCS Alliance, NED at HSE, TESP & Mentor.

PARNELL, Elizabeth

Extensive experience in delivery and operations, to accelerate digital transformation and build resilience and sustainability. Passionate advocate for effective DE&I ways of working.

PARRETT, Sam (Dr)

Experienced CEO and Executive Principal with a background in leading successful College and School mergers.  Chair, Trustee and Board Member. TES FE Leader of the Year 2020. CBE

PARSONS, Kat

Experienced D&I leader recognised for driving company wide cultural change and fostering belonging. Achieved multiple awards, including HIVE Top 75 and Pride Power List honoree.

PAYNE, Teresa

Trustee/Director, Home Renaissance Foundation (Think Tank promoting recognition of the importance of home environments). Director, Compliance Manager. Director, Connections B2B (Business Growth)

PENNYCUICK, Adam

Leads computational lung cancer detection and prevention research at UCL alongside NHS clinical practice. Co-founded Oslr, pioneering tech-driven solutions for hands-on medical training.

PERAMAA, Tiia

Experienced leader and developer in child protection services. Enthusiastic advocate for foster care. IFCO Board Member, Licensed Social Worker.

PERITORE, Margherita

International Leadership Fellow. Creative and strategic leader uniting luxury, culture and storytelling to build iconic brands, inspire teams and deliver measurable impact across fashion and hospitality.

PETROCELLI, Paolo

International Leadership Fellow. Global performing arts leader, academic and author.  A UNESCO Intercultural Leader for Peace, recognised internationally for innovation and advancing dialogue through the arts and education.

PHILLIPS, Naomi

Leader in the fields of policy, research and advocacy, with extensive experience in charity and public sectors. Previous senior roles include Learning and Work Institute & British Red Cross.

PILEGAARD, Lisbeth

Over 25 years of leadership experience globally and in Denmark with civil society organisations and the UN. Board member, Anna Lindh Foundation & Nordic Women Mediators Network.

PILGRAM, Andrea

Extensive experience in entertainment, games and music. Specialist in turning strategy, insights and research into global campaigns.

PINNEY, Lisa

Experienced operational and people leader. Expertise in media, crisis management and communications. Previously, CEO, Mining Remediation Authority. Diversity Champion. MBE

PINOSA, Xavier

Entrepreneur and sustainability champion. Associate Professor, Faculty of Economics and Business, Autonomous University of Barcelona.

PIRRI, Eugenio

Business Partner, EMEA, TELUS Health, committed to revolutionising healthcare

Award-winning leader in the field of international people leadership and human resources. Culture champion. Author and Fellow of the CIPD

PITFIELD, Michael

Ambassador, Age Irrelevance. Board Member UNICON Executive Education (USA), Honorary Member, EFMD Management Development (Brussels). Previously Director of International Business, Henley Business School.

PITFIELD, Spencer (Dr)

Leader in the fields of charity, voluntary service, politics, and music. Previously Chief Executive, Paces (cerebral palsy charity). OBE

PLUMMER-BRAECKMAN, Judith

The Future Dams project explores how global capital flows influence the emergence of more sustainable dam infrastructure. Joint Chair of Governors, Hockerill Anglo-European College

POPE, William (Professor)

Chairman & Pro-Chancellor of University of Suffolk; Chairman of Society for the Environment, Yorkshire & Humber Academic Health Science Network (and National Chair of Chairs) & Environmental Policy Forum

POULLOURA, Chris

Enterprise technology leader and innovation strategist with deep experience leading global engineering organisations and driving transformation across financial services, leveraging emerging technology ecosystems.

RAMADAN, Moustafa

Specialist in sustainability, energy transition and ESG, using data to help businesses navigate climate challenges, with expertise in debt markets.

RAMSEY, Ryan

Fusion energy leader with military & commercial experience. Expert in strategic vision, team building, and driving innovation in high-stakes, high-growth environments. Empowering leaders for impactful change.

REIG, Juan

Senior Market research specialist & experienced facilitator dedicated to helping professionals develop empathy, enabling better decisions to improve businesses, careers, and lives.

REYNOLDS, Tom

Robust background in public affairs and stakeholder relations. Advocate for members’ interests, innovation and sustainability.  Vice President, CEIR & Board Member, Unified Water Label.

RICHTER, Tim

International Leadership Fellow. Accomplished leader in housing and homelessness, co-chair of Canada’s National Housing Council, with a strong track record in public policy, government relations and non-profit innovation.

RIMMER, Stuart

Strategy execution specialist and trusted advisor helping organisations deliver impact across AI, economic development, education and partnerships. Visiting Associate Professor BPP University.

ROBERTSON, Joann

A strategic and analytical thinking professional with experience in the private and public sector, UK & Overseas.  Extensive background in research, change management and operational performance.

ROBINSON, Nina

Finance Director specialising in supporting Boards of medium sized growth charities and businesses; NED and Chair of Audit & Risk; Vice Chair, Oxford University Hospitals NHS FT

ROMERO, Joseph Cerilles

Partnering with executive teams toward achieving business transformation goals and leadership development aspirations.

ROOME, Ben

A Board Director and CEO passionate about information networks and services and their impact on society. Previously with Nokia

ROSS, Ken

Extensive background in real estate with RBH Group. Co-author of Down Syndrome Bill 2021, influencing cross-government policy. BAFTA Accessibility & Inclusion Patron. Film Producer. OBE.

SAHOTA, Narinder

A transformative executive with a track record for technology leadership, business transformation, professional services and customer services delivery. Previously CSO & CTO, OneAdvanced.

SAMUELS, Lena

Deputy Lieutenant, Hampshire Lieutenancy. Director, Wessex Media Group (communication and training). Advisory and voluntary roles with other organisations.

SCHARRING, Konstanze

Leader with over 20 years’ experience in automotive, public policy and stakeholder collaboration on sustainability, decarbonisation and competitiveness, LowCVP (Zemo), Advisory Board member.

SCHICKER, Carsten

Leader in the fields of strategy, transformation, and finance in multi-national companies. Previous senior roles with Bauer Media Group, Bertelsmann, McKinsey & Co. LGBT parent and diversity champion.

SCHULTZ, Alex

International Leadership Fellow. Career roles in META. NED Lindblad Expeditions. Owner/author, Paper Airplanes. Previously Marketing Manager, eBay. LGBT+ Champion.

SELBY, Mark

Background in engineering and knowledge of energy transition focused towards achieving the goal of global decarbonisation, through collaboration and innovation.

SEVERN, Jarl

A hands-on international director with experience in sales, operations and general management across the medical, industrial, automotive and retail sectors

SHOCKER, Amy

Experienced global leader passionate about education, social mobility and impactful partnerships. Harvard graduate, charity founder, and expert in programme development, customer success and stakeholder engagement.

SIMONS, Karl

NED, Water & Sanitation for the Urban Poor (Asia and Africa). Previously Chief Health Safety & Wellbeing Officer, Thames Water. Lecturer at University of Cambridge. OBE

SINGH HOTHI, Indy

Strategist, Humanitarian & Explorer. Entrepreneur across technology, arts and construction. Passionate about the power of education for long term change. Cultural Advisor to Mayor of London.

SIVERS, Chris

Previously Director of People, Swansea City and County Council;  Assistant Chief Executive and Assistant Director, Darlington Borough Council; Director of Communities, Swindon Borough Council

SKELTON, Nick

Former Digital Workspace Director at University of Bristol, founded independent digital consultancy in 2019. Passionate advocate for education & diversity. Award-winning champion of the LGBT+ community

SLAPE, Moira

Leader in the field of HR in the legal services sector. Previous leadership roles with Eversheds, White & Case, Linklaters. FCIPD

SLOAN, Ken

Board member, Universities and Colleges Employers Association, GuildHE. Adjunct Professor of Practice, Monash University. Volunteer roles. Awards. Diversity champion. Global focus.

SMITH, Jonathan

Experienced Fire Commander skilled in crisis and change management, government liaison, and emergency response. MSc in Leadership and Public Services. Collaborative, strategic and prevention-focused.

SMITH, Nick

Part-time doctoral student, Chartered FCIPD, Chartered Manager and FCMI. Previously Chief Executive of Liverpool Students’ Union and Royal Navy Training and Media Operations Officer.

SOBO, David

Experienced Operational Leader across not-for-profit and corporate sectors (including SAS, Microsoft, SPSS(IBM) and The Adventure Learning Charity)

SPARKS, Alison

Leader of globally diverse legal teams. Expertise in complex commercial arrangements, payments and regulatory matters on a cross-border and multi-jurisdictional basis.

SPENCE, Dionne

Senior Leader with experience across the public sector, financial services industry and healthcare regulation. Extensive background in leading multi-disciplinary teams to deliver against challenging corporate objectives.

STEPHENSON, Richard

Leadership in public, private, third sector and politics. Board level specialist in the fields of communication, crisis, strategy, politics & regulation. OBE

SUTTON, Jacqueline (Jacqui)

Experienced professional in international engineering and manufacturing. Skilled in stakeholder management, business growth strategies, transformation, and complex negotiations across global markets. MBE.

SWEENEY, Charlotte

Founded independent consultancy in 2012.  Thought leader and contributor, Forbes Human Resources Council.  Author & public speaker; OBE in 2017.

TAYEBI, Minoo

Expert in the field of ethics and compliance. Experienced in managing compliance risks and building strong partnerships with stakeholders to build and enhance the E&C culture.

TAYLOR, Anne

Director, Almshouse Consortium Ltd, Chairman, Trust 2000, Member of ACCA Charities Technical Advisory Group, Winner of Finance Team of the Year 2015 (National Finance Awards)

THUSWALDNER, Gregor

International Leadership Fellow. President, Austrian Studies Association. Fellowship, Editorial, Membership, and Directorial roles in international organisations. Author, Editorial Board member and Peer Reviewer

TODD, Laura

Purpose-led transformation leader embedding responsible business and inclusivity into digital solutions, delivering commercial growth, global impact, and award-winning inclusion and human centric outcomes.

TUOMINEN, Jouko

Board Member, Giosg, and Somic Oy.  Previous international leadership roles with Canon

TURNER, George

Senior university leader driving high-performing services and strong college partnerships through collaboration, governance expertise and strategic leadership. PhD, University of Sheffield.

URSCHINGER, Timm

Leader in the field of people-centred organisational innovation and transformation. Partner & Co-founder, LIVEventures. Volunteer mentor, Nepal Start-up Incubator, Healthcare Businesswomen’s Association.

VEDSTED ANDERSEN, Jakob

Extensive background of strategic leadership from fire rescue services. GCFD is serving eight municipalities and 12 fire stations. Master of Science in Engineering, MSc.

VICKERMAN, John

Also NED Darlington Football Club. Previously HR Director, Fujitsu; Chief HR Officer with OSN & Ooredoo in the Middle East. HR Director BBC, Vice-President HR at BP

VIRDI, Devi

A passionate senior leader with experience across operational, strategic, commercial, D&I and people management across global markets. Non-Executive Director, Mentor and gender balance advocate.

VOLK, Jo

HR leader with UK and international experience across Utilities, Engineering and Construction. Previous senior roles with Centrica Energy, British Gas, RWE Thames Water, American Water, Bechtel.

WADHWA, Ritika

Extensive experience working at Board level, across three continents, within the public and private sector. Strategic Advisory Board Member, British Transport Police. Trustee, 5% Club.

WALKER-SMITH, Sarah

A strategic leader passionate about the potential of people. Chair, Eden Project Morecombe; Advisory Board Member & Past Governor, Nottingham Trent University.

WALL-ANDREWS, Charlie

International Leadership Fellow. Music composer, scholar, and music industry executive; board and advisory leader advancing the creative ecosystem through inclusive innovation and sector-building programs across Canada and globally.

WARD, Ben

Experienced voluntary sector leader with a commitment to empowering youth leadership. Deep understanding of challenges within the HE sector and proven track record of diversifying income streams.

WARD, Claire

Advisory Board Member, Alliance Healthcare. Previous senior roles with the Pharmacist Defence Association & The Institute of Collaborative Working (ICW).

WATSON-O'NEILL, James

RSA Fellow. Trustee, National Council of Voluntary Organisations NCVO. NED and chair of audit committee, South West London and St George’s NHS Mental Health Trust.

WELCH, Kate

Founder 2010.  Director, Communities Together Durham & North-East Social Investment Company; Trustee, Association of Chief Executives of Voluntary Organisations.  Deputy Lieutenant, County Durham. Awarded OBE 2008

WELCH, Tim

NHS Director with over 29 years’ experience within a variety of health and care settings. Fellow of The Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy.

WHITING, Nicola

Award-winning leader in the field of cyber security. Best-selling author and writer. Autistic advocate for Neurodiversity, and the bottom-line business benefits of inclusion.

WILKINSON, Graham

Food and agriculture leader driving sustainable innovation and resilient supply chains, with end-to-end experience across farming, food businesses, retail and complex stakeholder ecosystems.

WILSON, David

Strategic advisor and speaker on HR strategy, technology, and trends. LPI Fellow and winner of the 2020 Colin Corder Award for Outstanding Contribution to Learning

WONG, Wincie

Previous roles in banking, innovation and tech. Board Trustee, Leadership Through Sport & Business. Founding member, Tech She Can Charity. Entrepreneur, Speaker, Awards, Diversity champion.

WOOD, Dan

Trustee/ NED, National Fire Chiefs Council (NFCC). Previously Chief Officer and Deputy Director for People and Head of Strategy and Transformation, Avon and Somerset Constabulary.