Billie Claire Barnes

Billie Claire Barnes is a seasoned professional in Learning and Development with extensive experience across various roles in the hospitality and corporate sectors. Currently serving as Learning & Development Project Lead at International Workplace Group plc since May 2023, Billie previously held pivotal positions including Corporate Learning & Development Specialist and Training Lead at Smart Pension, where Billie co-founded the training team. Additional experience includes roles such as Community Coordinator at Artist Mentor, where Billie co-created an online platform for artist development, and Learning Manager - Europe at Marriott International, overseeing Human Capital Analytics and achieving significant improvements in employee turnover. Billie's career began in hospitality, with various progressive positions at Grosvenor House, Marriott, and other esteemed hotels, complemented by academic qualifications in International Hospitality Management from Leeds Beckett University.