Trustees (ID 1007)

• Sean Mackney
  Chair of Board
  Sean Mackney

  Dr Sean Mackney is an experienced education leader, bringing over 20 years' senior leadership across schools, colleges, universities, funders, and national agencies. As Chair of The Harbour Schools Partnership, he draws on considerable expertise in systems leadership, organisational transformation, and inclusive, place-based education. Formerly Principal of Petroc College and Pro Vice-Chancellor at Buckinghamshire New University, Sean has a track record in leading innovation, driving improvement, and championing social mobility. A visible advocate for equity and community partnerships, he combines strategic vision with a commitment to empowering learners, staff and communities to thrive across the South West.

• Caroline Thomas
  Trustee (EDEN)
  Caroline Thomas

  As a seasoned Chartered Accountant, Caroline’s experience as both a forensic accountant and internal auditor make her ideally suited to help ensure effective oversight and monitoring of the Trust's financial activities and internal controls. Caroline’s small accountancy practice also offers tailored solutions to her clients across a variety of financial tasks, which keeps her up to date with the realities of day to day commercial financial operations.

  Caroline is also a keen musician, and both playing music with other local musicians and teaching the next generation of oboists is a hugely important part of her week. Alongside this, Caroline volunteers with a small charity that offers financial support to students pursuing music and the arts, reflecting her deep belief in the transformative power of education and the importance of providing opportunities for young people to thrive, regardless of their financial background.

• Chris Rice
  Trustee
  Chris Rice

• David Edwards
  Trustee (EDEN)
  David Edwards

• Gary Chown
  CEO (ex-officio Trustee)
  Gary Chown

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• Johnathon Hayward
  Trustee
  Johnathon Hayward

• Sharon Blyth
  Trustee
  Sharon Blyth