Director at Adlington Young
Managing Director
Philippa has 20 years experience running a business and is passionate about Buckinghamshire as a place to live and do business.
Head of Skills and Business Support
Heather has a wealth of knowledge, having worked at a senior level in a range of businesses and helped countless others to grow.
Head of Funding Acquisition and Business Development
Whatever the sector or size of business, Adrian has experience of working in it. He has been helping companies start and grow for years.
Head of Operations and MI Systems
An honorary daughter of Bucks, Sarah has 20 years of experience in data, CRM and Management Information and a degree in Human Biology.
Head of Marketing,
Communications and Events
Liverpudlian by birth, Bucks by right, Lynsey has launched projects & brands across the world and still found time to study sword fighting.
Senior Marketing Manager
Louise has worked across a range of different industries, including broadcasting, professional services, health, leisure and hospitality.
Growth Programme Manager
Having run her own business advice firm & worked across sectors, Jane has proven to be a catalyst for many business’s strategic growth.
Business Adviser, Growth Programme
Jeremy, who has run 3 businesses in his time, particularly enjoys supporting ambitious businesses with growth planning & managing finances.
Business Adviser, Growth Programme
Founder of a wine company, Jerome is keenly involved in food & drink across international markets and judges The Guild of Fine Food Awards.
Business Adviser, Growth Programme
After 35 years in senior management and time spent running a European supply chain consultancy, Russell is keen & able to add value to SMEs.
Business Adviser, Growth Programme
A former management consultant advising on strategy and innovation, Ian is an experienced SME CEO & founder of a start-up skincare business.
Local Skills Improvement Plan Manager
John uses his experience in corporate learning & development, skills and apprenticeships, to advise on business's skills & training needs.
Rural Business Development Manager
Well versed in rural affairs and economic development, Oxford Brookes alumni Will has an affinity with Bucks and a passion for agriculture.
Climate Change Programme Manager
Dan has over a decade’s experience in the environmental sector and a passion for sustainability. He also finds the time to coach skydiving.
Berkshire Project Officer ‑ Low Carbon Workspaces
Tom studied for an MSc in Climate Change and Sustainability, has previously worked at Burnham Beeches Nature Reserve, and enjoys running.
Skills Adviser
A member of the Careers Development Inst., previously working as a school careers leader. He once appeared on stage with Sir Ian McKellen.
Events Manager
After heading up customer support and telemarketing teams in her early career, Paula has since made event management her forte with us.
Creative Content Executive
Gareth has a degree in Creative Writing and Film. He also spent a few years working for a youth charity in Buckinghamshire.
Graphic Designer/Marketer
Leo brings to the table a degree in Graphic Communication & Illustration, a love for Buckinghamshire’s countryside, and his archery skills.
Digital Marketing Executive
Hari previously worked making films and doing photography for a global manufacturer, and is interested in science & technology.
Membership Executive
Maxine has run fashion retail outlets in Bucks and Oxon, and was Strategic Account Manager for a CAD distribution company for 11 years.
Digital Marketing Manager
Marc joined us having worked across the marketing mix. His hobbies include playing guitar & long walks in the Bucks countryside.
Marketing and Events Coordinator
Has 10 years in marketing, HR qualifications & a psychology degree. She loves having the countryside, such as in Turville, at her doorstep.
CRM Manager
A student of accounting and finance, Imran has a history in sales, as well as working with young people to help them overcome depression.
CRM Executive
Lucy relocated to Bucks to raise a family & has more than a decade of experience in investor relations in a FTSE 100 pharmaceutical company.
Executive Support
Buckinghamshire’s own, Kristy loves supporting businesses in her home county and brings 10 years of marketing experience to the party.
HR Manager
Born and raised in Wycombe, Donna has 10+ years of HR experience at a variety of organisations.
Finance Manager
Born and bred in Bucks, Alan has over 15 years of experience within financial departments and gained MAAT status in 2010.
Accounts Administrator
Hammersmith-born Jacqui has called Bucks home for many years now and has been a long-serving member of our admin and finance teams.
Skills Adviser
Mary spent years helping young people set up businesses, has an MSc in Voluntary Sector Management & still aspires to be a dressage rider!
Administrator, Low Carbon Workspaces
Abdal joined us via the Kickstart Scheme for his first full-time job. His favourite thing about Bucks is the view from Coombe Hill Memorial.
Under 19 Skills Manager
Marina moved to the education sector, specialising in business & enterprise, after a stint in Latin American investment fund management.
Employer Engagement, Enterprise Coordinator
An engineer with 10 years’ teaching experience, Julia's passionate about helping young people choose their best next step on leaving school.
Enterprise Coordinator
After working in communications with household brands, Caroline moved into education, initially coaching students through her own business.
Sales & Marketing Coordinator - Visit Buckinghamshire
Nicky was a BBC drama producer before doing digital marketing & social media management. She loves walking her dog in the Bucks countryside.
Senior Project Officer, Low Carbon Workspaces
Mike has helped run several businesses and launched soft drinks in the UK & US. Now, he's helping companies reduce their carbon emissions.
Workforce Skills Administrator
Prior to BBF, Iddy worked at executive level for the Civil Service. In her spare time, she enjoys rock climbing, hiking and skateboarding.
Skills Coordinator
Has HR experience across many industries. Says Buckinghamshire ticks all the boxes. Once flew into Heathrow sat in the cockpit “jump seat”!
Enterprise Coordinator
Emma is MCIPD-qualified with a career in HR management. She has a passion for running marathons and is a qualified personal trainer.
Operations & IT Coordinator
Magdalena has a Business and Marketing degree and was an Office Manager in the recruitment sector. She speaks English, Polish & Swedish.
Enterprise Coordinator
An HR professional with 20 years of experience, Susannah has also worked in the education sector and enjoys helping young people to learn.
Enterprise Coordinator
A trained engineer and Innovate UK Women in Innovation Award winner with 16 years’ experience advocating for SEND students.
Grant Coordinator
Spenser has a degree in humanities and experience in the finance sector. He's a boxing enthusiast & enjoys going on long runs with his dog.
CRM Administrator
Ben is studying economics at university and has lived in Bucks for most of his life, enjoying walks and bike rides in the Chilterns.