Arts professional with specialisms in talent and organisational development, live performance programming, grant fundraising and communications. Ben's aim is to be curious, compassionate, courageous and creative in all he does, with an unrivalled clarity and focus.

Creative & Executive Director of Lincoln Arts Centre. Owned by the University of Lincoln, Lincoln Arts Centre is the home to the next generation of artists and artistic ideas.

Previously Executive Director of Warts and All, Creative Producer of flagship professional creative and business development programme In Good Company, and independent arts producer.

Over the last 6 years, his leadership of some of Midland's landmark arts companies has grown thriving arts ecologies from the ground up. Building and managing strategic and diverse partnerships has been a key theme of his work. His work is inspired by a renewed focus on inclusivity, diversity, environmental sustainability and relevance.