BBF - Key Persons
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- Member of the Board of Directors
- Treasurer / Partner, S & W Group
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- Head of Funding Acquisition and Business Development
Whatever the sector or size of business, Adrian has experience of working in it. He has been helping companies start and grow for years.
Born and bred in Bucks, Alan has over 15 years of experience within financial departments and gained MAAT status in 2010.
Arthur has held various roles focused on local economic development research and strategy, utilising his MSc in Economics and Econometrics.
Ben is studying economics at university and has lived in Bucks for most of his life, enjoying walks and bike rides in the Chilterns.
Managing online presence for a range of clients, from newly established to prominent companies, her expertise spans years in brand-building.
After working in communications with household brands, Caroline moved into education, initially coaching students through her own business.
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- Climate Change Programme Manager
Dan has over a decade's experience in the environmental sector and a passion for sustainability. He also finds the time to coach skydiving.
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- Member of the Board of Directors
- Director at Adlington Young
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- Member of the Board of Directors
- Managing Partner of Adroit Services
Emma is MCIPD-qualified with a career in HR management. She has a passion for running marathons and is a qualified personal trainer.
Frances has worked extensively in hospitality, on a mental health and wellbeing app, and a pine tree orchard when travelling in New Zealand!
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- Creative Content Executive
Gareth has a degree in Creative Writing and Film. He also spent a few years working for a youth charity in Buckinghamshire.
Wycombe-born George has a Business & Management BA (Hons), previously worked in marketing, and is a self-taught bass player in a rock band.
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- Work Experience Coordinator
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- Digital Marketing Executive
Hari previously worked making films and doing photography for a global manufacturer, and is interested in science & technology.
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- Head of Skills and Business Support
Heather has a wealth of knowledge, having worked at a senior level in a range of businesses and helped countless others to grow.
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- Member of the Board of Directors
- Managing Director of Shellwin Real Estate
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- Member of the Board of Directors
- Chairman of Ercol Furniture
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- Business Adviser, Growth Programme
A former management consultant advising on strategy and innovation, Ian is an experienced SME CEO & founder of a start-up skincare business.
A student of accounting and finance, Imran has a history in sales, as well as working with young people to help them overcome depression.
Hammersmith-born Jacqui has called Bucks home for many years now and has been a long-serving member of our admin and finance teams.
Having run her own business advice firm & worked across sectors, Jane has proven to be a catalyst for many business's strategic growth.
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- Local Skills Improvement Plan Manager
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- Member of the Board of Directors
- Owner and Managing Director, ANT Telecommunications
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- Member of the Board of Directors
- CEO of Bradbury Tracks Ltd
Buckinghamshire's own, Kristy loves supporting businesses in her home county and brings 10 years of marketing experience to the party.
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- Marketing and Events Coordinator
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- Graphic Designer / Marketer
Leo brings to the table a degree in Graphic Communication & Illustration, a love for Buckinghamshire's countryside, and his archery skills.
Louise has worked across a range of different industries, including broadcasting, professional services, health, leisure and hospitality.
Lucy relocated to Bucks to raise a family & has more than a decade of experience in investor relations in a FTSE 100 pharmaceutical company.
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- Head of Marketing, Communications and Events
Liverpudlian by birth, Bucks by right, Lynsey has launched projects & brands across the world and still found time to study sword fighting.
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- Operations & IT Coordinator
Magdalena has a Business and Marketing degree and was an Office Manager in the recruitment sector. She speaks English, Polish & Swedish.
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- Digital Marketing Manager
Marc joined us having worked across the marketing mix. His hobbies include playing guitar & long walks in the Bucks countryside.
A trained engineer and Innovate UK Women in Innovation Award winner with 16 years' experience advocating for SEND students.
Marina moved to the education sector, specialising in business & enterprise, after a stint in Latin American investment fund management.
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- Member of the Board of Directors
- Managing Director of Arrow Planning
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- Chairman
- Member of the Board of Directors
- Chairman / Managing Director, Chandler Garvey
- Managing Director, Chandler Garvey
Mike has helped run several businesses and launched soft drinks in the UK & US. Now, he's helping companies reduce their carbon emissions.
Abdal joined us via the Kickstart Scheme for his first full-time job. His favourite thing about Bucks is the view from Coombe Hill Memorial.
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- Marketing, Communications & Events Executive
Nicky was a BBC drama producer before retraining in marketing. She loves yoga, and walking her dog in the Bucks countryside.
Born in High Wycombe, Nina has extensive experience in Facilities Management & strong admin skills.She enjoys walking along the Thames Path.
After heading up customer support and telemarketing teams in her early career, Paula has since made event management her forte with us.
Job Titles:
- Chief Executive Officer
- Member of the Board of Directors
- Chief Executive Officer, Buckinghamshire Business First & Ngage Solutions
Philippa has 20 years experience running a business and is passionate about Buckinghamshire as a place to live and do business.
Rob engages with thousands of students & parents in his role working with Bucks schools and is a member of the Career Development Institute.
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- Business Adviser, Growth Programme
After 35 years in senior management and time spent running a European supply chain consultancy, Russell is keen & able to add value to SMEs.
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- Marketing and Events Coordinator
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- Head of Operations and MI Systems
An honorary daughter of Bucks, Sarah has 20 years of experience in data, CRM and Management Information and a degree in Human Biology.
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- Work Experience Administrator
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- Member of the Board of Directors
- Managing Director of Dux Advisory Ltd
Spenser has a degree in humanities and experience in the finance sector. He's a boxing enthusiast & enjoys going on long runs with his dog.
An HR professional with 20 years of experience, Susannah has also worked in the education sector and enjoys helping young people to learn.
Tom studied for an MSc in Climate Change and Sustainability, has previously worked at Burnham Beeches Nature Reserve, and enjoys running.
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- Member of the Board of Directors
- CEO of the National Paralympic Heritage Trust
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- Member of the Board of Directors
- Co - Founder and COO of Origin Frames LTD
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- Rural Business Development Manager