Polly Boardman Chartered McIpd

Polly Boardman Chartered MCIPD has over 15 years of work experience in the field of Learning and Development. Their most recent role as Head of Learning and Development at Frontier Economics involved overseeing the global Learning and Organisation Development program for one of Europe's largest economic consultancies. Polly was responsible for designing the "new now" program for returning to work post-Covid and maintaining program delivery during the lockdown. Prior to this, Polly worked as the Learning and Development Manager EMEA at Frontier Economics, where they implemented a blended learning approach to support economists, directors, and business management teams across Europe.

Before joining Frontier Economics, Polly served as the Head of Learning and Development at Notting Hill Genesis, where they managed a team of L&D specialists and advisors to deliver the L&D strategy through a blended approach. Their main focus was on leadership, talent development, change management, and culture. Polly also developed external partnerships and implemented several learning initiatives, including coaching, mentoring, and workforce planning.

Polly's earlier experience includes roles at Genesis Housing Association and Genesis Housing Group, where they worked as a Change Manager and Social & Economic Manager, respectively. In these positions, they led various projects related to social and economic engagement, training, and employment programs. Polly achieved notable successes, such as implementing a successful female mentoring program and developing an Employment, Training, and Enterprise Strategy that engaged thousands of individuals in learning and development initiatives.

Polly's work experience also includes a role as a Senior Programme Manager at Genesis Housing Group, where they managed the Opportunity for Life Change program and oversaw a range of activities, events, courses, and promotional functions. Additionally, they worked as a Community Development Officer, where they project managed the Life Long Learning program and secured funding grants for its development.

Polly's career began as an Events Assistant at Providore Hospitality, where they gained insights into the events industry. Polly also worked as a Summer School Coordinator at the University of Kent, organizing a residential Summer School and coordinating promotional events.

Throughout their career, Polly has demonstrated strategic management skills, a focus on talent development, and a track record of successful program implementation. Their experience spans various industries and organizations, and they have consistently achieved positive outcomes in their roles.

Polly Boardman Chartered MCIPD has a diverse education history starting with their Psychology Bachelor of Science (Hons) degree from the University of Kent, which they obtained by the year 2005. Polly then pursued further education and received their A Levels in English, Psychology, and Art Graphics from Havering Sixth Form College between the years 1999 and 2001.

In 2014 and 2015, Polly participated in the Leadership Development Programme offered by Future of London. Later, in 2018, they obtained a Professional Coaching Accreditation from the Academy of Executive Coaching. Additionally, Polly has attained qualifications from the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD), making their a Member of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (MCIPD) although the specific details, such as the years or institutions, are not provided.

Furthermore, Polly has also obtained a certification in Inclusive Leadership from LinkedIn in July 2020.