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David Boot Chart.PR, MCIPR has a diverse and extensive work experience in public affairs and communications. David currently holds the position of Head of Public Affairs at the National Oceanography Centre (NOC), where they lead a team responsible for consultation responses, stakeholder relations, and strategic advice. David also plays a leadership role within the Engagement directorate at NOC. Prior to this, David worked as the Public Affairs Lead at Gatwick Airport, managing relationships with ministers, MPs, and industry stakeholders. David also provided crisis management support and advised senior leaders at the airport. Before joining Gatwick, David served as the Public and Government Affairs Manager at National Highways, where they developed the corporate public affairs function and engaged with transport industry stakeholders. David also worked as the Public Affairs Manager (press & parliamentary) at NAHT - The union for school leaders, where they established the parliamentary engagement function and represented the organization in the School Cuts coalition. Additionally, David has experience working in public affairs and consultancy roles at Cicero/AMO and DeHavilland, where they led teams and provided strategic advice to clients in the UK political landscape. Throughout their career, David has demonstrated strong leadership skills, stakeholder engagement expertise, and a proven ability to develop and implement effective communications strategies.

David Boot Chart.PR, MCIPR completed their education at the University of Leeds, where they earned a Master of Arts degree in British Politics (parliamentary studies) from 2003 to 2004. Prior to that, they attended the University of Leicester and obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree in Politics from 2000 to 2003.

In addition to their academic qualifications, David has obtained several certifications. David became a Chartered Public Relations Practitioner through the Chartered Institute of Public Relations in January 2023. David also holds the accreditation of Accredited Public Relations Practitioner, obtained in July 2022 from the same institution. David has further certifications in leadership and management, such as World Class Manager from World Class Manager in June 2022, Leadership: Practical Skills from LinkedIn in May 2022, and Inspirational Leadership Skills: Practical Motivational Leadership from LinkedIn in April 2022.

Furthermore, David is a member of the Chartered Institute of Public Relations, which they obtained in January 2022. David has also completed various training programs, including Storytelling Masterclass from Now Go Create in September 2021, Leading during Times of Change from LinkedIn in May 2021, Building High-Performance Teams from LinkedIn in April 2021, and Coaching Skills for Leaders and Managers from LinkedIn in April 2021.