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Ian Bamford

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Ian is a highly respected leader in the Further Education and Skills sector, with over 25 years of experience spanning a variety of senior roles within independent training providers and a further education college. He currently holds the position of Chief Quality Officer at Knovia, a national group of training providers, having previously served as […]

Graham Briggs

Graham joined Greene King in 2014 and is responsible for developing and delivering the company’s sustainability social strategy to create positive change for people and communities. His work spans employability and education through Greene King’s social mobility programmes, as well as community investment, charitable fundraising, and broader support for local communities. A key focus of […]

Fay Granville

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Fay Granville is Director of Business Development within Pearson plc’s Enterprise Learning & Skills division, leading growth across apprenticeships, workforce development, and employer-led learning. With more than 20 years’ experience in vocational education, training, assessment, and workforce transformation, Fay is deeply passionate about the difference apprenticeships can make to learners’ lives. She believes high-quality learning […]

Charlotte Bosworth

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As a respected leader in education, skills, and vocational assessment, Charlotte brings over 30 years of experience combined with a clear vision for innovation and growth. Before becoming CEO of Lifetime Group, Charlotte spent eight years as Managing Director of Innovate Awarding, driving a fresh, quality-focused approach to assessment. Her extensive career also includes senior […]

Ben Rowland

Ben is passionate about skills and learning. Starting early in his career, Ben knows first-hand about the power of independent training providers in delivering vital outcomes for learners and employers alike. Ben was the founder of Arch Apprentices in 2012. Arch pioneered new apprenticeships and new delivery approaches as he helped Arch to grow to […]

Ben Blackledge

Ben Blackledge is the Chief Executive of WorldSkills UK. A world-class skills network, WorldSkills UK is focussed on raising standards, championing future skills and empowering young people from all backgrounds. Before taking up the role of Chief Executive, Ben was previously Deputy Chief Executive of WorldSkills UK, where he was responsible for leading on the […]

Rt. Hon. Anne Milton

Anne was Member of Parliament for Guildford 2005-2019. She served on the Health Select Committee and was appointed Shadow Minister for Gambling, Licensing and Tourism and subsequently Shadow Minister for Health. She was appointed Minister for Public Health in 2010, served 5 years in the Whips Office and was Deputy Chief Whip 2015-2017. She was […]

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