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Design Network
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Anna Rutherford is listed as Chair at Design Network, based in Bristol, England, United Kingdom. AeroLeads shows a work email signal at architecturecentre.org.uk and a matched LinkedIn profile for Anna Rutherford.
Anna Rutherford previously worked as Chief Executive Officer at Design West and Director at Indigo Network. Anna Rutherford holds Doctor Of Philosophy (Phd), Biochemistry from University Of Bristol.
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About Anna Rutherford
Visionary CEO known for driving step-change in organisations. I combine a scientific mind (PhD Biochemistry) with the creativity of a cultural leader. My unique approach ensures organisations flourish. I am driven by excellence, and creating positive social change. Gifted in business, I develop impactful programmes that inspire. Transformative examples include founding the current Bristol Pride (2010), Fog Bridge for Bristol Green Capital (2015), Night Songs with the National Trust (2015), The Tale (2017), Bristol Open Doors (2018-21). As a generous leader, I thrive on collaboration and build innovative cross-sector partnerships.Together we change our horizon.
Listed skills include Marketing Communications, Research, Editing, Event Management, and 3 others.
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Chief Executive Officer
Since my arrival as Director in Summer 2018, I have led a comprehensive programme of transformation, raising the profile of the organisation & leading a brand transition from The Architecture Centre to Design West. Focussed on the importance of design & placemaking across the region - Highlights include:* Establishing Design Services in partnership with WECA, B&NES, Bristol, South Glos & North Som to raise the bar for placemaking.* Exponential growth in audiences for our world class programmes.* Securing the future of the organisation and raising funds for an ambitious new phase of capital transformation. * Building new partnerships including: English Heritage, Landscape Institute, University of Bristol, Arnolfini, Arup, YTL, Festival of Ideas.
Director
I founded the largest networking group for LBTQ+ women in the UK. With >2,000 members Indigo Network produces monthly cultural events. Highlights include:- Gentleman Jack & Extraordinary Women with Sally Wainwright & the Royal Television Society (Bristol Old Vic, 2019)- Appearances from Stella Duffy, Rhona Cameron, Catherine Bohart, Sarah Keyworth, Grace Petrie, Vanessa Kisuule, Rosie Wilby, Beatrice Hitchman, Anna Freeman, Jordan Gray, Amy Lame.- Productions: The Night Circus, The Voyage, Prohibition, Blackout, Espionage
Executive Director
Head-hunted to successfully deliver the final major national project for Situations across Torbay (£500K ACE Ambition for Excellence Project - The Tale).
May 2017 - May 2018
Business Development Consultant
As a consultant I re-visioned the activity of this national organisation, re-thinking the brand, systems, products and services.
Sep 2016 - May 2017
Executive Director
In Between Time
Catalysed major change, raising the ambition of this cultural organisation across brand, public profile, major projects and partnerships and business model.During my tenure, the company doubled in turnover, built high profile partnerships and projects (including Fog Bridge with Bristol Green Capital, The Storm, and Night Songs with the National Trust), grew audiences 10-fold, built strong financial reserves, and developed a 100% Box Office record for its festivals and events. I led successful bids securing NPO and major Catalyst funding from Arts Council England.My final festival IBT15, attracted international media coverage and engaged artists, cultural leaders and audiences from 36 countries.
Nov 2011 - Mar 2016
Founding Director
Founding Director of Pride in Bristol. Established a major Pride Festival in Bristol, quickly developing it into one of the largest Pride festivals in the country and an award-winning staple of Bristol's cultural calendar. As CEO, I led the organisation, attracting buy-in from >100 businesses and >500 volunteers. Responsibilities included strategy, communications, finance, development and programming.
Jan 2010 - Dec 2011
Research Associate
Following a successful PhD I worked in the School of Medical Sciences as part a Wellcome Trust funded Cancer Drug Discovery Project, developing high throughput screens for PKB inhibitors.
Jan 2007 - Feb 2010
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Anna Rutherford education
Doctor Of Philosophy (Phd), Biochemistry
Bachelor Of Science (Bsc), Biochemistry With A Year In Industry (Astra Zeneca), First Class Honours
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Anna Rutherford works for Design Network.
What is Anna Rutherford's role at Design Network?
Anna Rutherford is listed as Chair at Design Network.
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AeroLeads has found 1 work email signal at @architecturecentre.org.uk for Anna Rutherford at Design Network.
Where is Anna Rutherford based?
Anna Rutherford is based in Bristol, England, United Kingdom while working with Design Network.
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Anna Rutherford has worked for Design Network, Design West, Indigo Network, Situations, and National Co-Ordinating Centre For Public Engagement.
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Anna Rutherford holds Doctor Of Philosophy (Phd), Biochemistry from University Of Bristol.
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Anna Rutherford is listed with skills including Marketing Communications, Research, Editing, Event Management, Public Relations, Marketing, and Qualitative Research.
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