Principal Lecturer, Programme Leader for MA Fashion Buying and Merchandise Management and Academic lead for Education at The Manchester Fashion Institute.

Originating from an Apparel buying background for the outdoor industry I have over twenty years teaching and professional fashion industry experience.

Research interests: Made in Britain, Fashion Business, Fashion Buying, International Fashion Sourcing, Ethical Trade and sustainability and  Teaching and Learning.

Educational Lead role includes: Employability, recruitment and admission, inclusion and diversity;induction, pastoral, support, retention, the MMU Commitment and the student voice.