Stuart Edwards

Stuart Edwards is an experienced professional in policy and public affairs, currently serving as the Senior Policy and Public Affairs Manager for Business, Industry, and Academia at East West Railway Company since March 2020. In this role, Stuart focuses on securing senior business leadership advocacy and building relationships across complex political landscapes. Previously, as Engagement Manager, Stuart co-led the development of stakeholder engagement functions for a newly formed NDPB, crafting an engagement strategy for over 60 businesses and academic organizations. At Transport Focus, Stuart held the position of Stakeholder Manager, enhancing relationships with key stakeholders while promoting transparency and performance reporting. Additionally, various roles at Highways England and SAS provided a foundational background in traffic management and flight operations. Stuart's educational background includes studies at Aquinas College from 1999 to 2001.