Wendy Grindle McIpr

Wendy Grindle MCIPR currently serves as the Director of Communications, Engagement and Marketing at The John Muir Trust since February 2024 and holds a non-executive position on the Board of Management at UHI Inverness from March 2023. Previously, Wendy was the Head of Marketing and Development at the College Development Network from May 2015 until February 2024, and the Head of Communications and Information at Volunteer Scotland from 2013 to 2015. Wendy also worked as the Head of Marketing and PR at Hostelling Scotland (2011-2013) and held various communication roles at Learning and Teaching Scotland (2005-2011), ICAS (1995-2005), Scholastic UK (1992-1994), and Hobsons (1990-1992). Educational background includes a BA in English Literature from the University of Wales Trinity Saint David, a BA in English Literature from UC San Diego as part of a one-year scholarship exchange, and a Postgraduate Diploma in Publishing from West Herts College.