Alison Thorne

Alison Thorne serves as an Independent Non Executive Director at the Welsh Rugby Union since August 2023 and is the Chair of Barcud, overseeing the management of over 4000 homes in Wales with a vision for affordable housing. Thorne also holds the position of Chair for the National Dance Company Wales, promoting social change through dance, and serves as a Governor at Cardiff Metropolitan University. Additionally, Thorne contributes as an Independent Panel Member for Public Appointments in Wales and leads initiatives in Women on Boards, aiding women's representation in leadership roles. Thorne's experience includes being a Board Member at Sport Wales and founding atconnect, a platform for professional development. Formerly, Thorne was the Chairperson of Chwarae Teg, a charity focused on women's development, and served as a Non Executive Director for TPC Consulting. Thorne holds a Post Graduate Certificate in Teaching & Learning from the University of the Arts London.