Welcomes
We are delighted to confirm that Rory Shannon will be joining as Museum Enterprises Manager. Rory will provide leadership for our Enterprise Managers and brings a wealth of experience, knowledge and most of all enthusiasm to this important role.
We have also appointed Donna Cooper to the role of Team Manager (Historic Characters). Donna replaces the role previously held by Lindsay Butler.
Both Rory and Donna will be attending the Museum in December for some familiarisation days ahead of their official start date in early January.
We are also pleased to welcome Bethany Taylor who joins the Collections team in the temporary role of Collections Development Assistant to support with the final stages of the Forging Ahead Project.
Farewells
Mark Howles, Enterprise Operations Manager left at the end of November to pursue a promotional role with Drayton Manner Park and Zoo.
After 5 years with the Museum, Ed Sidaway, Electrician, will also be sadly leaving the Museum in December to expand his experiences in the industry.
Mai Williams (Sales & Ticketing) left the Museum at the of November.
We wish Mai, Mark and Ed all the best for the future.
Sadly Departed
Our deepest sympathies to family and friends of colleagues sadly departed over the last month:
George Price (Volunteer from 1970s to October 2022)
Ken Bradley (Volunteer from 1970s to January 2020)
Christine Parsons (Site Cleaner from September 2016 to October 2022)
Mike Hessey (Collection Volunteer for several years up to 2015 and Museum Patron)
If any colleagues would like to reach out to the families of the above or enquire about funeral details please email [email protected].
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