Roseanne Thomas

Roseanne Thomas currently serves as the Director of Communications at the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board since September 2021. Previously, Roseanne held the position of Director of Communications and External Affairs at Cadent Gas Limited from October 2016 to December 2020, where leadership of a multi-disciplinary communications function was key for the largest regulated gas distribution network in the UK. Prior roles at National Grid included Corporate Affairs Senior Manager and External Affairs and Regional Engagement Manager, focusing on communications and community engagement strategies. Roseanne's career began at National Grid as Community Relations Manager from 2009 to 2012, managing community relations activities. Educational qualifications include a BA Hons in Human Resource Management from Northumbria University and a CIPR Diploma in Public Relations from Birmingham City University.