Trust Board
Andrew is an economics graduate and chartered accountant, and a former partner at PwC with extensive leadership and governance experience. He has been a Trustee of Tullie since 2010 and became Chair in 2019, also chairing the Project Board for the museum’s capital development programme. Andrew is a Trustee of Lowther Castle and Gardens Trust and of London Transport Museum. He is also a former Trustee of the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award scheme and was recently appointed a Commander of the Victorian Order (CVO).
Caroline has held senior leadership roles in the arts and media, including Chief Operating Officer of the BBC, Chair of Oxfam and Chair of Digital UK. She is a Trustee of English National Ballet and the National Gallery Trust. At Tullie, Caroline chairs the Remuneration and Nominations Committee (ReNCo). She was appointed Deputy Lieutenant of Cumbria in 2020 and is currently a Trustee of the BBC.
Marcia holds degrees in Sociology, Psychology and Family Therapy and began her career working in mental health services before later directing a number of dental practices. She has also served as a magistrate and has long been active in community organisations across Cumbria. Marcia became a Trustee of Tullie in 2016, served as High Sheriff of Cumbria in 2019, and is now a Deputy Lieutenant.
Rebecca is Director of Public Engagement at Bletchley Park Trust, where she leads the organisation’s visitor-facing teams and oversees the development of public programmes and experiences. She is Chair of the Tullie Trading Company. Rebecca previously worked for the National Trust and began her career in retail management after completing a degree in Medieval and Modern History.
Currently, Rebecca serves as Chair of Tullie’s Trading Company Board.
Colin has a long history of public and community service, including 25 years on Carlisle City Council with 6 years as Leader of the Council and as Chair of the Cumbria Local Enterprise Partnership Creative and Cultural Sector Panel. He has held senior roles across the rail industry, marketing, and social care service development. Colin is a Trustee of Cumbria’s Museum of Military Life and Carlisle Society for the Blind, chairs Currock Community Association, and serves as a Director of Carlisle Matters, a local Community Interest Company , which is a community driven organisation dedicated to supporting and empowering residents across Carlisle and the surrounding district.
Phil recently retired as Operations Director at Bells of Lazonby Ltd, a family-owned bakery business, where he led operational growth through a focus on innovation, quality, and customer service. He previously held roles in human resources and has extensive experience in business leadership and team development. Philip is actively involved in his local community in Penrith, where he lives with his wife Jane; they have three children.
Valerie is a Chartered Accountant and former partner at Dodd & Co, where she advised businesses on strategic planning, governance, and finance. She has served on Lancaster University Council and as a Trustee of Cumbria Community Foundation. Based in Carlisle, Valerie is actively engaged in the local community and has a particular passion for fell walking and music. She also brings her expertise to Tullie as Chair of the Development Committee.
Susanne is Chief Operating Officer at Cumberland Building Society, with over 25 years’ leadership experience in financial services. She brings expertise in finance, governance and strategy development, both from the finance sector and previous voluntary and charity sector roles. She Chairs the Tullie Audit & Risk Committee.
Susanne lives in Carlisle and is passionate about ensuring Tullie thrives for future generations to experience and enjoy.
Helen is Chief Executive of Culture Perth and Kinross and has an established track record of transformational leadership across the cultural and public sectors. Since 2016, she has led Culture Perth and Kinross, delivering major capital projects including the recent opening of Perth Museum and the redevelopment of Perth Art Gallery.
Her leadership has played a key role in the cultural regeneration of Perth, with the new museum already driving significant increases in visitor numbers and achieving national recognition, including being shortlisted for Museum of the Year. Helen has extensive experience in delivering ambitious projects within historic buildings and managing change within tight financial constraints.
With a background in stage management and youth education, Helen brings a broad cultural perspective grounded in audience experience. She knows Tullie well through regular visits and family connections in the area and is particularly interested in the parallels between Perth and Carlisle in terms of place, audiences and opportunity.
Lisa is Head of Marketing, Communications and Digital at National Museums Liverpool, where she leads audience-focused activity across seven museums and galleries. Her role spans marketing, brand, communications, digital, insight and analysis, supporting a diverse programme of exhibitions, engagement activity and commercial initiatives.
With over a decade of experience at National Museums Liverpool, she has led high-profile campaigns across exhibitions, fundraising, retail, events and education, as well as contributing to innovative initiatives such as dementia awareness programmes. Lisa is a former Trustee of FACT Liverpool, brings to Tullie a strong strategic understanding of audiences, digital innovation and brand development, alongside a collaborative, data driven approach.
John is Managing Partner at Bendles LLP and served as Member of Parliament for Carlisle from 2010 to 2024. his parliamentary career included serving on and chairing Select Committees and contributing to work on local government, constitutional affairs and House of Lords reform. He was also a member of the House of Commons Standards Committee and held senior roles within the 1922 Committee and the Northern Research Group.
John brings significant experience in governance, strategic leadership and economic development, alongside a strong understanding of policy and public accountability. During his time as an MP, he championed initiatives supporting skills development, regional growth and inward investment.
A long-standing resident of the area, John is committed to the success of the city and the wider region. He is a strong advocate for the role of culture in place-making and economic vitality and bring invaluable insight into how cultural organisations can thrive within complex political and funding environments.
Joanne brings over 35 years’ experience in senior leadership roles across museums, heritage, the arts and tourism in the UK and internationally. She previously served as Museum and Arts Director at Tullie and later as Chief Executive of Museums Galleries Scotland, where she led the organisation’s transition into a national development body and oversaw the creation of a sector wide strategy.
Her international experience includes serving as Deputy CEO at Royal BC Museum in Canada, where she led significant organisational development and secured major funding. Joanne has extensive expertise in finance, marketing and fundraising, and has held influential board roles, including Chair of UNESCO Scotland and membership of the UK National Commission for UNESCO.
She now runs her own consultancy specialising in international museum work and intangible cultural heritage and is completing a PhD exploring culture and sustainable development.
Malcolm brings significant financial and governance expertise, developed through a senior career in banking and finance specialising in credit risk management. Since retiring from full-time employment, Malcolm has built a substantial portfolio of non-executive and trustee roles across sectors including health, social housing, education and voluntary sectors. He has frequently chaired finance and audit committees and brings a strong understanding of risk, compliance and financial sustainability.
A local resident with a longstanding interest in Carlisle and Cumbria, Malcolm has studied historical geography at degree level and maintains a keen interest in British history and heritage. He offers Tullie robust financial oversight, governance experience and a pragmatic approach to organisational resilience.
Richard Inglewood has extensive experience across public service, governance and the cultural sector. He has been a Member of the House of Lords since 1989 and previously served as a Minister in the Department of National Heritage (now DCMS). His parliamentary career includes roles as Government Deputy Chief Whip and Chair of Select Committees, providing him with deep insight into public policy, regulation and governance.
Richard has held a number of prominent positions in the arts and heritage sector, including Chair of the Reviewing Committee on the Export of Works of Art and President of the British Art Market Federation. He is currently President of Historic Buildings & Places.
A Cumbrian, born in Carlisle, Richard has deep connections to the region and continues to play an active role locally, including as Vice Lord-Lieutenant. He brings extensive board and committee experience, alongside a strong track record in fundraising and supporting heritage organisations.
