Hollie Smith-Charles Frsa

Hollie Smith-Charles FRSA has a diverse work experience spanning various roles in the arts and culture sector. Hollie is currently the Director of Creative Health & Change at Arts Council England, a position they started in November 2022. Prior to this, they worked as a Senior Associate Consultant at Festivals and Events International Ltd from June 2021 to October 2022.

From March 2017 to May 2021, Hollie served as the CEO of Gloucester Culture Trust, where they played a pivotal role in launching and establishing a cultural strategy for the city. Hollie was responsible for building partnerships, advocating for the arts, and securing investments.

Before their role at Gloucester Culture Trust, Hollie worked as a freelance arts fundraiser and business development professional from June 2013 to March 2017. Hollie also has experience as a Fundraising & Development Manager at Birmingham Museums Trust from January 2009 to July 2013, where they successfully established and managed fundraising initiatives, including a significant campaign for the acquisition and conservation of the Staffordshire Hoard.

Additionally, Hollie has worked at Cheltenham Festivals in various capacities, including Fundraising & Business Development Manager from May 2007 to December 2008, and Jazz & Music Festivals Producer from January 2004 to May 2007. Hollie began their career as a Graduate Management Consultant at Arthur D. Little from November 2001 to August 2003.

Hollie Smith-Charles FRSA earned a BA Hons degree in Geography from the University of Cambridge between 1998 and 2001. Hollie then obtained a Graduate Diploma in Law from the University of the West of England from 2010 to 2012.