Business Employer Industry Board

The Business Employer Industry Board is formed of voluntary members who advise on City & Guilds’ product strategy, providing advice and information to City & Guilds to ensure that products and services meet the needs of industry, are inclusive and support the progression from education to work. The Business Industry Board facilitates close partnerships with a wide range of key industry experts, employers, and stakeholders.

Meet the Board Members

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Chloe Reilly

SSC Education and Training | Chief Executive Officer

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Deborah Barnett

CL Partners | Head of Business Operations

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Edd Draper

Guiness Trust | Training Manager

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George Bowers

Self-employed | Management Consultant/Tour Guide/Author

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Jacqui Clarke

University of the Arts London | Assistant Learning Resources Manager

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Jay Blackburn

DN Colleges Group | HE Business and Management

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Joanne Sismore

Zafara Group | Learning and Development Manager

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Lisa Alford

Freelance | Apprenticeship Development Consultant

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Natalie Holbrook

Lincolnshire County Council | Talent and Early Careers Manager

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Nigel Taylor

Salutem | Workforce Development Adviser

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Reece Leggett

Lincoln University | Business Incubation and Growth Manager

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Ruth Jennings

The Rugby Players Association | Skills Consultant

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Sam Dziemianko

Amazon | Senior Learning Manager (UK North)

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Timothy Smale

Keele University | Digital Skills and Training Manager