The Executive Team, led by the Chief Executive, are responsible for the strategic direction of the Design Council. Individual directors have responsibility for areas of the organisation's activities.

Our Executive Team

David Kester

David Kester

Chief Executive

Harry Rich

Harry Rich

Deputy Chief Executive

Ruth Hasnip

Ruth Hasnip

Dott National Programme Director

Jeremy Brown

Jeremy Brown

Planning Director (Interim)

Deborah Fitzgerald

Deborah Fitzgerald

Communications Director

Helen Jacobs

Helen Jacobs

Director of Finance & Resources