An experienced strategic adviser and corporate affairs professional, formerly on the Executive Committee of two large global FTSE 30 companies, and prior to that a Director of a leading communications consultancy.  More recent appointments are board roles, utilising experience gained over 25 years as a senior executive and reflecting a personal choice to focus more on advising, rather than delivering strategies.  Particular expertise in; identifying strategic priorities, solving business problems, developing capability, improving efficiency and building and leading effective teams. Leading the strategic agenda in:  Corporate Positioning, Reputation Management, Corporate Brand and Communications; Regulatory Affairs/Issues and Crisis Management, Campaign Development and Media relations; Public Policy, Political Risk and Planning and Sustainable Development Strategies and Transforming Employee Engagement in difficult situations.

CURRENT APPOINTMENTS:

2018 - PRESENT    EDELMAN COMMUNICATIONS

            Member of the UK Advisory Board and consultant to their Corporate Affairs division

2018 - PRESENT    ROYAL VOLUNTARY SERVICES

            Trustee, Safeguarding Lead and Chair of their People Committee

2017 – PRESENT    INTERTRUST N.V

            Member of their Supervisory Board and Chair of the Remuneration and People Committee