Barbara Thompson

Barbara Thompson is an experienced professional in leadership development and learning innovation. Currently serving as Head of Leadership Development at Sainsbury's since June 2024, Barbara previously held roles such as Group Head of Learning Partnerships at Marks and Spencer, where responsibilities included supporting a high-performance culture and enhancing leadership capabilities. Additional experience encompasses positions at Network Rail as a Leadership Development Consultant and Learning Transformation Specialist, and at Boston Consulting Group as Global L&D Innovation Manager focusing on redefining learning experiences. Barbara's background also includes roles at GP Strategies, PA Consulting Group, and BP, where contributions centered around learning performance and business transformation.