Charlie, a former sports executive and army officer, was at the forefront of taking exhibitions of cow sculptures to cities across Europe as Managing Director of CowParade.

Before setting up Wild in Art with Sally-Ann Wilkinson he also developed a match-funding programme to encourage sponsorship of grass root level sport, and worked with the International Tennis Federation, Oxford and Cambridge University Boat Race, Royal Ascot and the World Athletics Championships.

You might not be surprised to learn that he represented Great Britain in the winter sport of Skeleton.

He’s a big believer in collaborative working to make the shared vision for an event a reality.

A proud Mancunian with a talent for European languages, Ben delivered festivals, public art interventions, events, exhibitions and creative education projects throughout Europe before joining Wild in Art. This included Eurocultured Street Festival and working with funders from the EU, Arts Council England, embassies and numerous international brands.

He brings to the team his vast experience working with international partners and an enviable black book of contacts.

Ben’s job is to ensure that each of our campaigns and events are as creative and effective as they can be. He loves the variety of work – no two days are ever the same – and relishes working with talented creatives who get people excited about arts and culture.

Ruth is a CIM-qualified marketer with a background in tourism, arts, cultural and sport event marketing, digital communications and stakeholder management. She has worked with major event partners including the BBC, Sky, British Cycling and UEFA to develop and implement multi-channel marketing campaigns for events including: BBC Proms in the Park, the Great Manchester Run, Skyride, the Sport Relief Mile and the UEFA Cup Final.

Ruth manages Wild in Art’s marketing team and is responsible for our marketing and communications strategy as well as overall branding and image. She has also project managed some of our special events and projects including Whale Tales and The Big Hoot Auckland, the Year of the Bus sculpture trails working with Transport for London, and Stroll Discovery Trails for the London 2012 Olympics and Paralympics.

A qualified Chartered Management Accountant with CIMA, Nick brings with him experience from large PLC organisations working in the contracting service sector. He’s passionate about applying his knowledge to help small businesses realise their ambitions and aspirations.

He works across the whole of Wild in Art, leading our finance function and advising all of the team (and always with a smile!). He’s a keen sports fan, participating and spectating with his two sons and cheering on Manchester United.

After an apprenticeship with John Lewis, Sarah proceeded to work in the fast-moving travel and media industry with Disney and First Choice and then Newsquest, developing her sales, promotions and event management experience. Following a move to the charity sector she managed two major initiatives for Chestnut Tree House Children’s Hospice, and most recently for Martlets Hospice in her hometown of Brighton.

Sarah is passionate about promoting positive community and financial growth for the charity sector. She shares her expertise with our team and partners, in particular helping charities to reach their fundraising ambitions.

Annie divides her time at Wild in Art supporting our event partners in realising their Learning, Arts and Community Programmes, as well as developing our own education products and services. She also project manages some of our own bespoke events; commissioning artists and curating events and installations.

It’s not unusual to find her in the painting space with a coffee in one hand, mobile phone in the other, whilst keeping artists and installation teams in check, and planning complex delivery itineraries… plate spinning is a speciality!

Michelle is a CIM-qualified Digital Marketer having worked in marketing and communications on both agency and client sides. As a freelancer at Wild in Art, she is charged with digital project management and is responsible for the delivery of our websites and apps for event partners.

An illustrator specialising in portrait, travel and lifestyle illustration, her work has been exhibited internationally and has been featured in books, on buildings, skateboard decks, 3D sculptures and walls across the world. You can also see her portraits in the book 1000 Portrait Illustrations, which is available in the National Portrait Gallery, London.

Rosie graduated in Psychology from the University of Liverpool and worked as a specialist coffee barista before studying for qualifications in digital marketing. In her spare time, she also created content for her Etsy business selling handmade woven art for several years before joining us.

Rosie is behind all things content at Wild in Art, from our socials to our website and newsletters, as well as supporting the wider marketing team and event partners. She has always loved visiting public art – and has fond memories of exploring Wild in Art’s Bee in the City in 2018 – and is passionate about sharing other’s creativity.

Outside of work, Rosie is an avid knitter and always has a new project on the go – from jumpers to scarves and even miniature knitted frogs!

Isy graduated in Psychology from the University of Kent and followed her interest in Neuroscience through a master’s degree. Isy pursued her wish to work in a fun and rewarding role. Working at Wild in Art allows her to make a difference, helping to raise vital funds for our amazing charity partners whilst also being creative and doing something new every day.

As an account executive, Isy works closely with our event partners to support them on their Wild in Art journey and make it as smooth and successful as possible.

A professional member of the Institute of Certified Bookkeepers, Cheryl brings her number crunching skills and passion for all things creative to Wild in Art. After studying photography at university, she retrained, qualifying in Advanced Bookkeeping and Accounts to hone her skills at a builder’s merchants.

Outside of work she enjoys building Lego creations and bug hotels with her son. She also likes camping holidays in Anglesey, where she’s recently returned to photography to capture stunning images of the island.

Neil is a placemaking consultant based in Scotland’s cultural heartland, Dundee. Involved in the inception of V&A Dundee and Dundee’s Capital of Culture bids, he is part of Dundee’s UNESCO City of Design team supporting their activity in the city and beyond.

With experience delivering a wide range of cultural projects, bids and events, Neil has a specific knowledge of community engagement. He brings expertise in sourcing external funding, creative learning activity and marketing.

Following his studies in publishing and decade-long experience with Borders Books, Neil still considers himself a bookseller at heart – which may also explain his affinity for all things Oor Wullie!

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