Dr. John Allan has extensive work experience in various industries and positions. Dr John is currently the Head of Learning and Impact at Inspiring Learning, where they also hold the position of Associate Professor at Durham University. In 2021, they became a School Governor at Consilium Evolve. Prior to this, they worked at Leeds Beckett University as a Lecturer in Psychology and Adventure Education. Dr John also served as an Academic at Leeds Beckett University until September 2022. Dr. Allan's previous roles include being a Senior Lecturer and an Associate Lecturer at Leeds Metropolitan University, owning and operating a restaurant as a Business Owner - Restaurateur, and holding leadership positions at Thomas Danby College and Leeds United Football Club. Earlier in their career, they worked as a Senior Procurement Manager at Leeds Eastern/Western Health Authorities.
Dr. John Allan completed their Bachelor of Arts in Human Movement Study (FIRST CLASS) at Leeds Metropolitan University in 1990. Dr John then pursued a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Resilience and Strength-based Functioning through Outdoor Adventure at the same university, starting in 2010. The end year for both degrees is not provided.
September, 2022 - present