Caroline Beard

Caroline Beard (nee Gibbs) has a diverse and extensive work experience spanning over 25 years. Caroline is currently working at RNIB as the Head of Strategic Innovation, responsible for leading the organization's innovation strategy, developing new services, and generating income through commercial ventures. Prior to this role, Caroline worked at NSPCC in various senior fundraising management positions, where they achieved significant growth in supporter numbers and implemented successful fundraising campaigns. Caroline also worked at Breakthrough Breast Cancer, The Good Agency, Geronimo, BEC, Kitcatt Nohr, LION - the agency formerly known as Burnett's, BBH, and ClikFlik in roles ranging from assistant director to senior planner. Caroline has a strong background in strategy development, data analysis, innovation, and integrated planning, and has worked with clients such as RSPB, WaterAid, CRUK, and Audi.

Caroline Beard (nee Gibbs) completed their education at Sale Girls' Grammar School from 1984 to 1991, obtaining 5 A grade A levels in English Literature, French, Spanish, History, and General Studies. Caroline also achieved a B grade in Theatre Studies at an evening class. Later, they attended the University of Oxford from 1991 to 1995, where they pursued a Bachelor of Arts degree in Modern Languages, specializing in French and Spanish. Additionally, they completed a subsidiary paper in European Cinema.