About me

I provide expert advice to organisations who want to develop their capabilities in content development and online education. I also mentor those at the start of their careers.

Since 2021 I’ve worked on a variety of projects. Having spent a year as Director of Learning at Apolitical, the learning platform for global public servants and policy makers, I now work with them part-time as Learning Strategist. I’m also Editorial Consultant for the Radio 4 show Screenshot with Ellen E Jones and Mark Kermode.

From 2014 to 2020 I was the Director of Content at FutureLearn, the social learning platform with more than 17 million users around the world.

I grew and led teams working with partner organisations and individual instructors to develop and deliver world-class online learning experiences. In addition to my expertise in online teaching and learning, I’ve had extensive experience engaging academic communities and managing stakeholders at all levels. 

Prior to FutureLearn I worked at the BBC for more than a decade, always at the intersection where broadcast met digital delivery. I was part of the launch team for BBC Four and later as Digital Editor at both BBC Radio 5 live and Radio 4 led the digital transformation strategies for those two stations.  

I am someone who’s always learning - often about seemingly random things. In 2012 I co-founded Tufnell Park Film Club and am a regular speaker at Nerd Nite London. 

In 2022 I became a qualified Clerkenwell & Islington tour guide and regularly lead walking tours in London.

Why work with me?

My whole career has been dedicated to delivering content in a variety of forms, most recently in education but previously in the media. I have a wealth of experience and expertise in how content can be most effectively delivered online.

I see both the big picture and the detail of a project and am always brimming with creative ideas that provide insightful ways to tackle new challenges. 

I have an instinct for action and efficiency that enables me to identify obstacles and key questions standing in the way of delivery and, having done so, create and execute practical plans.

I understand what makes people tick and can build environments, processes and workflows that are efficient and get the most out of teams. I understand the dynamics of organisations and always have ideas for how they might be improved to get the best from staff.

I have an infectious enthusiasm which inspires and motivates others. You can trust me to bring high standards, clear thinking, fresh perspectives and a positive attitude to your organisation.