Nicola McGowan

Nicola McGowan is a seasoned professional in internal audit and risk management with extensive experience across various organizations. Currently serving as a Trustee at Moseley Road Baths and the Director of Internal Audit and Risk at Travis Perkins plc, Nicola leads a team of 50 in overseeing audit, risk management, and fraud prevention functions for a major building materials distributor. Other notable roles include Guardian of the Standard of Wrought Plate at Birmingham Assay Office, Independent Board Member and Audit Committee Deputy Chair at Birmingham City University, and previous positions with GKN plc, where leadership in internal audit and pension scheme management was emphasized. Academically, Nicola holds degrees from the University of Cambridge and the University of Oxford, along with professional qualifications including FCA and ACA.