I have extensive experience of clear and accessible professional writing; together with a trained editorial eye. Besides my co-authorship of books, and the text and editing of theatre programme content, I have written and edited regular accessible updates for professional memberships for over 20 years.

My strong presentation and speaking skills have been honed over many years, to many different audiences, and include radio and TV experience.

I have substantial governance experience, and I see good governance as critical for success. Governance requires clear and honest communication between Boards and executives, and I have successfully enjoyed serving the Chairs and Boards of five separate membership associations, two foundations, and one commercial theatre board, remaining sensitive and responsive to their very different ways of operating. I would not have achieved success without such understanding