Katy Edgar

Katy Edgar has extensive experience in compliance, project management, and event coordination, currently serving as a Verification and Appraisal Officer, as well as a Grants and Compliance Officer for Advance Northumberland since March 2021. In these roles, Katy is responsible for ensuring compliance with ERDF aligned processes, providing specialist advice to project teams, and managing documentation for funding guidelines. Prior to this, Katy worked for Hilton Newcastle Gateshead for nearly 18 years in various capacities, including Groups, Conference & Events Coordinator and Front Office Supervisor, focusing on client relations and administrative efficiency. Additional experience includes roles as Office Manager and Accounts for ABLE HANDS EXHIBITION SERVICES, along with earlier positions at Hilton Sheffield and Hilton Keswick Lodore. Educational background includes studies at Northumberland College and Ashington High School.