Ann joined NVD as Group Chief People Director in 2023 with a mission to support NVD’s strategic growth by leading the people agenda in both operational and strategic innovation.  She is a driven and accomplished CPO and Main Board Director with extensive experience across a diverse range of sectors, ranging from internationally operating professional service firms, Plc’s to start-ups. Motivated by delivering people-centric and highly transformative initiatives in both employed and consultancy positions, effecting internationally reaching and significantly impactful change. A visionary but hands-on leader who thrives on building strong professional relationships, driving policy and structure, and championing people as the heart of an organisation’s success. Additionally, she has a deep connection with the voluntary sector and is currently the Chair of an International Baccalaureate Primary School (Charity) and a member of a number of bodies that focus on supporting people of all ages realise their full potential