Andrea Barker

Andrea Barker is an experienced communications professional currently serving as Comms Lead at the International Centre for Life since July 2023. Previously, Andrea was the Head of PR & Communications at Fairstone Group Ltd from August 2018 to July 2023, where responsibilities included managing media relations and simplifying complex financial concepts. Andrea has also contributed to academia as a part-time lecturer at Teesside University from January 2014 to August 2018, teaching various journalism modules. Earlier roles include Editor at R&R Magazine, Account Director at Results Network, and various reporting positions at Sunderland Echo, Hartlepool Mail, and Salford City Reporter. Andrea holds a Master's degree in Journalism from Teesside University.