Charles Carter (Chair)
was a management consultant with a major firm and now works with early stage businesses.Steve Freeman
is Executive Director of the Royal Exchange Theatre in Manchester.Elizabeth Freestone
is a freelance theatre director. She led Pentabus, a national touring company for 5 years.Janaki Fryer-Spedding
manages Mirehouse & Gardens, a historic house on the outskirts of Keswick.Kate McLaughlin-Flynn (Vice Chair)
manages the Cumbria Local Government Pension Fund and was previously Director of Finance and Resources and Deputy Chief Operating Officer at the University of Cumbria.Jenna Omeltschenko
is Touring Partnerships Manager at the National Theatre.Neil MacDonald
is a qualified accountant and experienced financial director. Since retiring, he has been a trustee of several charities including, currently, Sheffield Museums and Sheffield Theatres.Karen Seward
was a lawyer and business woman in the European and US legal sectors. She now consults for global businesses and acts as a director for artistic non-profits, alongside mentoring and coaching her clients.Tom Speight
is a content producer and podcast maker for the Cumbria Arts and Culture Network. He worked for the BBC for 28 years. He lives in Cockermouth.Marie Whitehead
is a Communications and Engagement professional and has worked in tourism in Cumbria for many years. She is also Event Director for Lakesman Triathlons which takes place in Keswick each year and attracts over 1000 athletes from all over the world.Martin Leitch
is a retired Chartered Accountant who spent the majority of his professional career working with international businesses at different levels of the consumer goods supply chain.Melina Barnett
is a theatre producer and audience developer who passionately uses data-driven insights to create inclusive experiences and amplify diverse stories on stage. She integrates holistic practices and personal development into her work, emphasizing compassionate communication and accessibility. 
