Elections for the EEUK Board are now open.
The current Board of EEUK were pleased to receive five valid nominations to join the Board from August. The nominees are listed below in alphabetical order.
All associate members of EEUK are eligible to vote in the election. Associate members include all staff members from member organisations. Each member organisation will vote for 2 board members, with the organisational vote determined by the combined votes of its associate members.
Voting closes on 10th June at midnight.
David Bolton, Swansea University
I am pleased to put forward my candidacy for re-election to the Board of Enterprise Educators UK, building on seven years of sustained contribution as Finance Director and, more recently, President. During my tenure, I have supported the organisation through a period of significant growth and increasing complexity. As Finance Director, I established robust financial governance, ensuring transparency, sustainability, and the effective stewardship of resources to underpin our expanding portfolio of activity. This has enabled EEUK to invest confidently in member services, events, and strategic initiatives. As President, I have worked collaboratively with colleagues to broaden EEUK’s reach and impact. A key focus has been the development of international projects and partnerships, positioning EEUK within a global enterprise education ecosystem and creating opportunities for knowledge exchange and collaboration. Alongside this, I have contributed to shaping EEUK into a multifaceted organisation—one that not only supports its members but also delivers high-quality training, thought leadership, and sector advocacy. I am particularly proud of the way the organisation has strengthened its community, fostering inclusive engagement across disciplines, institutions, and career stages. This has been central to our mission and future relevance. If re-elected, I will bring continuity, strategic insight, and, more importantly, support the incoming executive team. My priority will be to help consolidate recent progress while continuing to grow EEUK’s influence, enhance member value, and contribute to a thriving and connected enterprise education ecosystem.
Dr Christopher J Moon, Middlesex University
I have been very active in supporting EEUK over the years and would be delighted to support colleagues in any way I can. In terms of policy, I believe that Entrepreneurship in general and EE in particular needs to be considered on an equal footing with other more traditional academic disciplines. For example, in the ABS list of accredited journals, Entrepreneurship hardly appears. Yet, many universities only recognise the most highly rated journals in progression and promotion decisions. Guidance from QAA (2023) has been instrumental in universities embedding competencies within curricula. However, more needs to be done to recognise the amazing contribution that Enterprise and Entrepreneurship colleagues make to enhancing student outcomes, helping develop the skills that are needed by organisations and by society in general. I have witnessed fantastic contributions by educators when involved with EEUK projects, and yet I have also seen such colleagues marginalised within their institutions. It is time to recognise the amazing contributions of EE colleagues across the board. My background is 20+ years in HE and 10 years in the private sector, including as Head of Sustainability for two companies. I have represented organisations in numerous local, national and international fora, am media trained, and highly skilled in political negotiations. For example, I have participated as an expert panellist for a global index, stakeholder consultations for international standards, the judging of several national and international entrepreneurship competitions, and global consulting.
Leanne Newton, University of the West of England
I am nominating myself for the EEUK Board to bring a practitioner-led perspective and a specialist EDI research lens to our network. At UWE Bristol, I lead a multi-disciplinary team supporting students, graduates, and staff to grow resilient mindsets, enterprising skills, and life-changing ventures. My experience spans curriculum and extra-curricular planning and delivery, including a recent strategic transformation focusing on local businesses and research-led spinouts. I have established a robust ecosystem to build financial and social capital, including collaborations for science and technology innovation, purpose-led social enterprise, and creative practice. My leadership is evidence-based, driving a consistent rise in self-employed Graduate Outcomes (GOS). By applying my MA research into dismantling barriers for underrepresented founders, I developed a programme for female founders that increased Global Majority participation to 50% and secured dedicated funding from an Alumna. I offer twenty-one years of professional experience, including seven years of strategic leadership at UWE, seven years as a teacher and careers coach, and seven years in marketing. This unique background blends pedagogical precision with the ability to manage complex ecosystems and institutional KPIs. I am eager to contribute to the People and Membership portfolio and excited by the opportunity to influence government policy to set standards for practice. I will bring a curious mind, robust debate, the ability to represent our members and UWE to be excellent in enterprise education.
Aimee Postle, Aston University
I am standing for the Board of Enterprise Educators UK because I believe enterprise education should be practical, inclusive and connected to the people who deliver it. My career sits between practice and academia. I began in PR and marketing, working with organisations, founders and communities to shape clear messages, build relationships and influence audiences. That experience still informs my work today and gives me a strong appreciation of how important communication, visibility and narrative are for the enterprise education community. I am now a Senior Teaching Fellow, designing and leading applied enterprise education alongside students, SMEs, academics and practitioners. My approach reflects EEUK’s focus on shared learning, collaboration and respect for different forms of expertise. I care deeply about inclusion and belonging – about who enterprise education is for, whose voices are amplified, and how we create welcoming spaces for people working across different roles and sectors. EEUK plays a vital role in bringing together academics, practitioners and influencers, and in representing the value of our work more widely. As the organisation moves towards charitable status, I would be keen to support how EEUK communicates its impact, strengthens its community and continues to advocate for enterprise education. I would bring strengths in communications, marketing and collaborative leadership, and I would aim to be a thoughtful, engaged Board member who listens carefully and contributes constructively.
Dr Helen Smith, Manchester Metropolitan University
I am pleased to submit my nomination for a position on the Board of Enterprise Educators UK at this important stage in its development. With a professional background that spans both sustained business leadership and extensive engagement in education, I bring a perspective grounded in practice as well as pedagogy. This dual experience enables my understanding, in a nuanced and applied way, of the needs of those who both deliver and benefit from enterprise and entrepreneurship education. Through many years of running a business, I have developed insight into the realities of entrepreneurship, including the challenges of growth, innovation, and resilience in uncertain environments. In parallel, my work within education has focused on supporting learners to develop entrepreneurial mindsets and capabilities, while also engaging with wider institutional and sector priorities. This combination allows me to contribute meaningfully to discussions around relevance, accessibility, and impact. I am particularly interested in collaborating to influence and drive policy for EEUK’s development. I recognise the importance of building a strong, evidence-informed voice that can engage effectively with government and key stakeholders to advocate for enterprise education as a critical component of economic and social development. I would welcome the opportunity to contribute actively to the Board, bringing previous Board experience with me to support EEUK’s strategic direction and its transition towards charitable status.
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Written by Lynn O'Byrne
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