Culture
Alongside the companies there has always been culture and civic work. A healthy mix of work and service is how I like it.
I'm a Clore Fellow, and I've been a school governor twice over, three of those years as chair.
Fellowships and roles
Positions held rather than things made: a fellowship, school governorships, board seats.
The ICE ListCommittee MemberMay 2019 – May 2020
An inspiring network for entrepreneurs and investors, run by its members.
Ignite AcceleratorVenture Partner and MentorFeb 2015 – Feb 2020
One of Europe's best pre-seed accelerator programmes.
University of Birmingham — School of Computer ScienceIndustrial Advisory Board2008 – 2020
Advising the School of Computer Science so that its research, curriculum and strategy line up with what industry needs.
University of BirminghamMember of CourtFeb 2013 – Jan 2019
One of the governing bodies of the University, with responsibilities including approving the appointment of the Chancellor.
Heber Primary SchoolSchool governor; Chair of Governors (three years)Oct 2013 – 2019
School governor at two schools, and chair for three years at Heber Primary School in South London.
Europeana FoundationBoard Member, Governing BoardJul 2016 – Jan 2017
The Dutch foundation that owns Europeana, Europe's digital cultural heritage platform.
Clore Leadership ProgrammeFellowSep 2008 – 2010
A two year creative and cultural leadership programme.
St George's School, EdgbastonTrusteeDec 2006 – Nov 2009
School governor of St. George's School - Birmingham's first fully co-educational independent day school for ages 2½ to 18 years.
Creative RepublicFounding Board MemberFeb 2007 – Mar 2009
An independent, representative group for the creative and cultural industries of Birmingham and the region.
Fierce! Festival Ltd.DirectorJan 2007 – Mar 2009
An annual festival of cutting-edge performing arts across the West Midlands, UK.
Plus International Design FestivalDirector, Plus Expo Ltd.Feb 2006 – Sep 2008
Plus was an international festival of design held annually in Birmingham.