Francesca Marie Vella

Francesca Marie Vella is a seasoned professional in the non-profit sector, currently serving as the Sighted Guiding Service Manager for The Guide Dogs for the Blind Association since March 2017, where responsibilities include overseeing sighted guide training and managing partnerships across the South of the UK. Previous roles include Regional Operations Manager and Partnership Officer within the same organization, focusing on service delivery and improvement. Earlier experience encompasses positions as a Graduate Development Officer with Creative Support, Administrative Assistant at St. Joseph's Presbytery, and various volunteer roles including Charity Shop Volunteer at Princess Alice Hospice. Francesca holds a Bachelor of Arts in History from the University of Nottingham, completed in 2016.