Jonathan Cochrane Frsa

Jonathan Cochrane FRSA is a highly experienced professional in the arts and cultural sector, currently serving as a National Executive Member at the Chief Cultural & Leisure Officers Association and Co-Chair of the West Mids Compacts Plus Network at the Cultural Infrastructure Group WMCA Cultural Leadership Board. Jonathan holds several significant roles, including Non-Executive Director at both the Birmingham Contemporary Music Group and Motionhouse, and Activity and Creativity Lead at Redditch Borough and Bromsgrove District Councils, where responsibilities encompass strategic oversight of arts, culture, and physical activities. Past positions include Arts and Events Manager, Theatre and Arts Development Manager, and involvement with various community initiatives. Jonathan also operates as Creative Director for windandwillows and advocates for Bangladeshi cuisine as a Special Envoy at Radhuni Restaurant. An accomplished educator, Jonathan's academic background includes a Dip HE from The University of Birmingham and a BA Hons in Theatre Arts from Bretton Hall, University of Leeds, among other qualifications.