Helen Barker

Helen brings experience from financial services, marketing, operations, hospitality and the charity sector. She holds several marketing qualifications, trained as a Salesforce Administrator and stays current with regular online courses. Helen’s responsibilities within the Growth Hub start with managing the monthly financial processes for the ERDF and HM Government funding streams, taking the lead for operational and administrative activities and providing IT, HR and provisions support.

“I have trained and managed individuals, from apprentices to CEOs, on how to get the best from their processes and systems, and influenced trustees with ideas and campaigns that come in under budget. I love working for an organisation that supports and uplifts others to help improve the lives of local businesses and people.”