Damar Training, a leading apprenticeship provider specialising in business and professional services, today announced the establishment of its new Advisory Board. Board members are all senior professionals who bring extensive experience across education, leadership development and legal practice. The Advisory Board will provide an independent expert voice to ensure Damar's programmes continue to meet evolving sector needs and deliver maximum value for apprentices and their employers.
Advisory Board members
Emma-Jane Wood (pictured middle) brings a decade of senior-level experience from King's College London, where she served as Chief of Staff and Head of Apprenticeships.
Nick Heard-Jones (pictured right) joins as a qualified teacher and senior education leader with comprehensive experience in leadership development within large-scale educational environments.
Paul Caddy (pictured left) brings a legal sector perspective, serving most recently as Head of Insight at Shoosmiths. He has a long-standing commitment to social mobility and expertise in the use of technology in legal practice and education.
Strategic impact
The Advisory Board will play a crucial role in helping Damar Training deliver the best possible support to employers and their teams, helping business address current and future skills needs. As digital technologies transform workplace practices and employer needs become increasingly sophisticated, the insights provided will be critical in ensuring Damar’s programmes remain at the cutting edge of apprenticeship delivery.
Jonathan Bourne, Managing Director of Damar Training, said:
"We're delighted to welcome Emma-Jane, Nick, and Paul to our Advisory Board. Their combined expertise will deepen our strategic insight as we continue to develop apprenticeship programmes that deliver economic and personal growth. Each member understands not just their own sector, but also how apprenticeships can drive real transformation within organisations. The Advisory Board forms part our wider commitment to staying ahead of industry needs and ensuring our apprentices receive training that truly prepares them for the future of work."