About

As a senior lecturer, I teach across several business subjects and sit within the Business and Management team. I am passionate about external engagement and increasing student’s employability skills. I am known for connecting businesses with students to achieve mutually beneficial relationships.

Teaching responsibilities

I currently teach on People Resourcing and Talent Management, Understanding People and Organisations, Creating Entrepreneurial Networks, Business Communication and Decision Making, and Managing Performance Through People.

I am also supporting those on the Senior Leader Apprenticeships.

Membership of professional bodies

I am a Fellowof the CIPD 

Qualifications

Postgraduate qualifications

• MSc SHRM , Nottingham Trent

Experience in industry

I began my career in Banking, then after reaching managerial level, I moved into Newspapers. I held several senior management roles, across a number of disciplines including HR and Learning and Development. Before coming to Derby, I worked in education management and as a lecturer in the private sector. 

Additional interests and activities

 I am passionate about my voluntary work:

• Chair Erewash Partnership Board
• Safe and Sound fund-raising committee
• Quad fund-raising committee.

Past Boards

• Union of Students, Derby Community Bank, Young Enterprise Derbyshire