Michael Barnett

Michael worked for over 30 years in one of the UK’s largest and most successful consumer goods companies, qualifying as an Accountant and working in numerous countries. After fulfilling various roles in Finance and gaining an MBA from London Business School, he moved into Strategy & Planning where his responsibilities included strategy development, programme management, corporate planning and risk management.

His longstanding support for the not-for-profit sector, including volunteering for a range of organisations focusing on tackling social inequalities, prompted him to complete a MSc in Charity Accounting and Financial Management prior to joining an East London community charity where he was Director of Finance and Operations.

Michael has been Treasurer, Trustee and Finance Committee Chair of various charities. He currently fulfils this role for a south London charity working with disabled adults and a national charity giving a voice to people in the criminal justice system.

He lives in southwest London enjoys spending time with his family; watching shows, films, comedy, sport and concerts; eating and drinking; and participating in various sports, especially running (to counter the effects of the eating and drinking!)