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I am naturally drawn to organisations who are in need of transforming and leaders who embrace this. My strengths include: team building, innovation, challenging business models and income development. I am especially interested in brand development, audience segmentation, and widening participation.I am ambitious for the organisations I work with and passionate about the difference we can make in society.
Further information about the roles I have held and my achievements can be found on my LinkedIn page
My Story
"My job is to notice things other people don't notice."
Grayson Perry
Prior to returning to academia to obtain an MA in Heritage Studies and forging a successful career within the heritage sector, I worked for 15 years in the retail industry. This included management roles, a period working within the buying offices for Harvey Nichols and Covent Garden General Store and finally in training. It should come as no surprise that I have a consumer focus to everything I work on. Within the Heritage Sector, my work has mostly focussed on leadership, coaching, project management, exhibition development and audience engagement.
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Key Achievements and Roles:
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Over 25 Years Cultural Sector Experience
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Former Director of Creswell Crags Museum and Archaeology Park
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Former Manager of Framework Knitters Museum
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Former Curator at National Justice Museum (Galleries of Justice)
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European 'Heritage in Motion' Award for Digital Innovation
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International 'Best in Heritage' Laureate
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Fellow of the Museum Resilient Leadership Programme
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Completed the Association of Independent Museums, SPARK!, Leadership Programme
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Former Strategic Advisory Board Member, Museum Development East Midlands
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Member of Museum Development Midlands Oversight Board
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Wirksworth Arts Festival Trustee
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Wirksworth Visitor Destination Partnership Chair
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I have a first class degree in Humanities, and an MA in Heritage Studies, CIPD Cert. in Training and Development, and Certificate in Counselling (Level 2). I also attend the Be the Change leadership retreat annually.
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Further information about the roles I have held and my achievements can be found on my LinkedIn page