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I currently work as a freelance consultant helping organisations develop and implement business development, training, organisational, fundraising, CPD, education, cultural and public affairs strategies.I previously worked as Country Director for the British Council and served as the UK’s lead for cultural relations between the UK and Ireland. The British Council is the UK’s international organisation for cultural relations and educational opportunities.Before working for the British Council, I spent a 15+ years in Business Management, Development and Marketing Management in the Education and Cultural sectors. I am equally proficient in working alongside C-level stakeholders as I am in implementing and overseeing projects related to training and education policy and delivery, cultural relations, cultural policy, organizational development, and equality, diversity, and inclusion. I have enjoyed building relationships with government departments, Embassies, NGOs, Industry leaders and communities that have achieved positive change and lasting impact.I’m always interested in hearing from former colleagues or future collaborators, so feel free to contact me if you’d like to connect.Specialties: Strategic Planning, C-level Stakeholder Management, Cultural Relations, Business Development, Partnerships, Management, Leadership, Contract Negotiation, Fundraising, Project Management, Consultancy.

Listed skills include Strategy, Training, Management, Business Development, and 31 others.