Andrew has over 30 years’ experience within the UK’s utility sector as both an Operational Manager and also as an Asset Manager.

Andrew now assesses Utility companies around the world to ensure they continue to meet the requirements of the international Asset Management standard ISO55001:2014.

Andrew’s experience is predominantly in operational management and capital investment strategy and planning within the Water Utility and Electricity Generation and Transmission industries.

Andrew attained a BEng (Hons) Degree at Nottingham Trent University in Mechanical Engineering in 1995 and followed this with a Diploma in Management Studies (DMS) at Leeds University in 2004.

Andrew’s aim is to make Accomplish MAT and its Academies, the best in the UK for the all-round educational attainment of the children whilst providing leadership and support to the MAT board to ensure the right decisions are made for its future prosperity.

Rob is the CEO of the Inspire Partnership. He is the author of ‘A Manifesto for Excellence in Schools’ and regularly writes blogs about education and school improvement. As an NLE and previous senior partner with Challenge Partners, Rob has experience of school leadership in a range of contexts, including schools in special measures and schools serving a high proportion of disadvantaged pupils. Rob is also a member of the ASCL Council as a primary representative. In 2016, Rob worked with the DfE and Teaching School Council to review primary teaching.

Ian is a highly respected Headteacher of a primary school in an area of high deprivation, credited with turning the school around. From this, Ian has created a multiacademy trust and is currently CEO of the trust in Selby. He is also a National Leader of Education.

His sharp focus on raising standards and achievement, has resulted in the school becoming highly successful, compared to 8 years ago when it was labelled one of the worst performing primary schools in the country. Despite having a large percentage of children receiving pupil premium, outcomes have risen faster than national and show significant improvement in performance at EYFS, KS1 and KS2.

His strong focus on CPD has led to targeted support for all learners to ensure good or better progress is made, through actively working with local, regional and national trainers to ensure staff receive the best opportunities.

Andrew has over 30 years’ experience within the UK’s utility sector as both an Operational Manager and also as an Asset Manager.

Andrew now assesses Utility companies around the world to ensure they continue to meet the requirements of the international Asset Management standard ISO55001:2014.

Andrew’s experience is predominantly in operational management and capital investment strategy and planning within the Water Utility and Electricity Generation and Transmission industries.

Andrew attained a BEng (Hons) Degree at Nottingham Trent University in Mechanical Engineering in 1995 and followed this with a Diploma in Management Studies (DMS) at Leeds University in 2004.

Andrew’s aim is to make Accomplish MAT and its Academies, the best in the UK for the all-round educational attainment of the children whilst providing leadership and support to the MAT board to ensure the right decisions are made for its future prosperity.

Lisa is a qualified chartered and certified accountant who is Finance Lead of five subsidiaries of Xerox UK Ltd, part of a global corporation, managing the finance teams consisting of Financial Controllers and Finance Assistants. She has experience in several finance areas such as business integration and acquisition, process improvement, strategic planning and execution and budget and cost control. She is passionate about helping Accomplish MAT drive its plans forward to improve the experience children receive in the schools under its care.

Senior Business and Marketing Professional

Helen is a business management professional with a proven track record of over 20 years in marketing and commercial roles within the competitive Food and Consumer Healthcare Industries.

With proven success in leading major brand building initiatives for large organisations, Helen has held a number of senior management appointments, including Marketing Director for UK and ROI and Client Service Director.

Working in a varied portfolio of corporate sectors has provided Helen with invaluable strategic management experience. Highlights of her career to date include roles in high profile businesses such as Arla Foods, Warburton’s and United Biscuits. A tenure within the consumer health and pharmaceutical sector at Seven Seas Ltd., coupled with several exciting assignments ‘Agency side’ at Elmwood Brand Consultancy have built a rewarding career to date.

Presently leading Marketing Sustainability at Arla Foods, the UK’s largest farmer-owned diary cooperative, Helen is responsible for driving the Sustainability agenda across the branded portfolio.

Attaining a BSc (Hons) degree in Food Technology, Management and Marketing from The Manchester Metropolitan University, Helen continued her senior management development at various business schools, including Cranfield University, Ashridge and latterly, at Hull University Business School.

Helen values great communication, empowerment, transparency, trust and inspiring leadership.

Key skills and experience to support Helen’s role as an Accomplish MAT Trustee are: Strategic planning, communication, commercial planning, brand management, sustainability, marketing and innovation.

A full-time working mother of twin boys, with a passion for travel, reading, the Arts, food, choir and (modest) outdoor adventures!

Sarah Akers is a retired lead member of the Mid Yorkshire Hospitals NHS Trust. Her previous role was AD Vaccination Programmes West Yorkshire and Covid Vaccination Lead, Wakefield. Her vast experience spans the public sector, including local authorities, the NHS and academies. She has over thirteen years’ experience of delivering strategies and change programmes for public and private sector employers. She also has thirteen years’ experience of capital regeneration projects and funding programmes. She also has five years’ experience of delivering major IT implementation projects.

Sarah’s strong track record in delivering strategic change and improvement is a huge benefit to the trustee board of Accomplish MAT.

Tracy Swinburne OBE is an accomplished education leader with more than 24 years’ experience improving schools, developing leaders and raising outcomes for children nationally and internationally.

Her career spans teaching, headship, executive and system leadership, including roles as a National Leader of Education, Strategic English Hub Leader, local authority school improvement lead and Regional Director for a large multi-academy trust. Internationally, Tracy has held senior leadership positions in Abu Dhabi, Dubai and Qatar, including leading a new 3–18 school serving over 4,000 pupils to an Excellent inspection rating.

Under Tracy’s leadership, Jerry Clay Academy was judged Outstanding in both 2017 and 2023, with outcomes placing the academy amongst the highest-performing schools nationally. Her commitment to improving education beyond individual schools has also driven extensive partnership and system leadership. Through the English Hub alone, her team engaged with over 800 schools between 2018 and 2026, alongside providing targeted and intensive school improvement support.

Tracy is passionate about the power of collaboration and founded Accomplish Multi Academy Trust around a clear belief: that by sharing expertise, developing people and working collectively, schools can achieve sustainable improvement and exceptional outcomes for children.

In recognition of her contribution to education, Tracy received the Pearson Silver Award for Headteacher of the Year in 2018 and was awarded an OBE for services to education in 2024.

Andrew has over 20 year’s experience as a police officer where he has gained experience across a number of uniform roles. In 2021 as Chief Inspector he took up the Strategic Partnership post in Leeds with a vast portfolio that included the Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub, Early Help, Road Safety and Community Cohesion. More recently he has moved to a central role becoming the force lead on Neighbourhood Policing and Prevention.

Andrew has a proven track record of leading large teams with a passion for coaching and mentoring people in order for them to succeed to their true potential.

Vicky Snowden brings a wealth of experience across education, governance and business leadership. A graduate of Newcastle University with a BA (Hons) in Social Policy, she also holds a Level 5 Diploma in Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector (DTLLS).

Vicky spent 12 years working in post-16 education, including as a Functional Skills Manager supporting apprentices to develop the essential skills and confidence needed to succeed in education and employment.

Alongside her educational experience, Vicky has a strong commercial and leadership background. Since 2007, she has been a Director of Anthony Snowden Architect Limited, where she leads business operations and sales.

As the previous Chair of Governors at Auckley School, Vicky brings together her educational, strategic and business expertise to provide effective challenge and support. She is passionate about strong governance, high expectations and ensuring that every child has the opportunity to thrive.

Richard Forster brings a wealth of knowledge and experience of the Castleford community, developed through many years of public service, community involvement and leadership.

As a former local councillor, Richard has a strong understanding of the opportunities and challenges facing children, families and communities across the Castleford area. He has also served on the Children’s Board, contributing his experience and local insight to work focused on improving outcomes for children and young people.

Richard brings significant professional experience from his role as a housing manager in Castleford, giving him a valuable understanding of the importance of strong communities, effective partnerships and the wider factors that can influence the lives and opportunities of children and families.

As the previous Chair of Governors at Smawthorne Henry Moore Primary School, Richard uses his extensive local knowledge and experience to provide strong governance, support and challenge. He is passionate about ensuring that schools are at the heart of their communities and that every child has the opportunity to succeed and thrive.