Douglas Kent Expand Doug’s background is in historic conservation and he works as Technical and Research Director of the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings (SPAB). Joined the Board in 2015.
Dr Geoffrey Hooper Expand Scientist by background. He worked for the Ministry of Defence for forty-five years, during this time he held the post of Superintendent of the Royal Gunpowder Mills and oversaw its closure in 1991. Career anchor was explosives, safety and environmental protection. In later years Geoffrey taught these subjects to military and civilian staff in the Defence sector. Joined the Board in 2018.
Dr Jennifer M. Freeman Chair of the board of trustees Expand Background in finance and built heritage in which she has qualifications including post-graduate diploma in building conservation. Awarded OBE for services to heritage in 2012 and Honorary Doctorate of Arts for services to Architecture, especially Conservation 1996. Active as a freelance writer, lecturer and specialist developer of listed buildings 'at risk'. Active member of many bodies including the Friends of Kensal Green Cemetery, National Churches Trust, Fabric Advisory Committee of St Paul's Cathedral, the Chapels Society and SAVE Britain's Heritage, and previously for Historic Chapels Trust, Victorian Society, the Civic Trust, New York City Landmarks Preservation Commission, London Committee of English Heritage and Council for the Care of Churches. Has often acted as expert witness at public inquiries. Joined the Board in 2012.
Fiona Baxter Expand Fiona has had a career as a senior HR practitioner, working for several large firms throughout her career. Her most prominent roles have concerned change management and culture shift to ensure successful delivery of strategy. Fiona is down-to-earth, believes in getting hands-on where demonstrable support for staff will be the driver for organisational success Joined the board in 2018.
Gurvynda Paddan-White Expand Gurvynda is a solicitor, with over ten years’ experience in the public sector. Working for a membership association in London advising local councils, she has a strong background in governance and regulatory matters. Joined the Board in 2019.
Dr David Sims Expand A Graduate physical chemist. Worked for the MOD (later Royal Ordnance) for 34 years. Headed up the Process Research Branch at Waltham Abbey. Career anchor was Materials Science. Joined the Board in 2018 by virtue of being Chairman of the Friends of WARGM.