Andrew Finlayson appointed to NWBLT Board
We are delighted to announce the appointment of Andrew Finlayson, Accenture UK North West Regional Lead to our board.
Andrew has held senior leadership roles as an Innovation Champion, Programme Director, Experience Architect and Executive Sponsor on large scale and complex digital and innovation programmes. His work focuses on human experience, ranging from patient and carer to citizen. He is widely recognised as a social mobility advocate and actively supports school outreach initiatives, NEET training programmes, and research that helps create opportunities for those who might not otherwise have access to them.
Speaking about his appointment to the NWBLT’s board of directors, Andrew Finlayson commented:
‘I am honoured to have been appointed to the NWBLT board. The North West has shaped both my personal and professional journey, and I care deeply about its future. NWBLT plays a vital role in bringing leaders together to act for the long term good of the region, and I am excited to contribute my experience, energy and Accenture’s regional capabilities to that shared purpose.’
Welcoming the Andrew to the board, NWBLT chair Chris Woodroofe said:
‘We are delighted to welcome Andrew Finlayson to our board. Andrew brings real passion and dedication to the work of the NWBLT, alongside deep expertise in innovation, digital transformation and inclusive growth. His strong commitment to social mobility, skills development and creating opportunity aligns closely with our mission to drive long-term, sustainable prosperity across the North West. I am very much looking forward to working with Andrew as a board director and to the insight, energy and leadership he will bring as we continue to champion the region’s businesses and communities.’