Education Partnership North East
Ian Brown is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in leadership roles across various organizations. As the founder and Chair of the Board of Directors at Chestnut Natural Capital Ltd since October 2019, Ian focuses on biopolymer formulations to replace persistent polymers. Ian also serves as Chairman of the Board at Ouseburn Farm Charity Ltd and as a Governor for Education Partnership North East. With a background in energy solutions, Ian has been the Director of Connections at Renewables North East Ltd since April 2015. Additionally, Ian has held influential positions including Chairman of the Forestry Commission until March 2024 and has served on the boards of several other companies engaged in renewables and environmental initiatives. Academic credentials include an MA in Entrepreneurship from Durham University and HNDs in Agriculture and other fields from The University of Edinburgh.
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Education Partnership North East
Education Partnership North East (EPNE) is a dynamic partnership between Sunderland College, Hartlepool Sixth Form and Northumberland College. We are the largest regional college group situated entirely in the North East of England. Our 6 main college campuses are situated in Ashington, Ponteland, Sunderland, Washington and Hartlepool. As well as two sixth forms and two centres for special educational needs and disability, we also have a land based college specialising in animal, veterinary, agriculture. horticulture and rural skills. Aside from this we provide vocational, technical and academic education across further education, higher education and apprenticeships. Our vision is about constantly striving for excellence and our people and communities matter to us. If you would love to work in an organisation that values people and culture, please check out our vacancies on our web page - or get in touch, we would love to hear from you.