Matthew Byrne
Head of Development & Communications @Thrive
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WORK HISTORY
Head of Development & Communications @Thrive
Taunton, GB
Developing and implementing a funding strategy to build on current income streams and develop new fundraising opportunities across Thrive.Driving the design and development of new projects and services.Maintaining and strengthening networks of strategic partners.Marketing and communications for Thrive (the operating name of the Community Council for Somerset).
EDUCATION
Peterborough Regional College
French for Business (Intermediate)
Prince William School, Oundle
Secondary education, O/A levels
University of East London
Voluntary Sector Studies (Centre for Institutional Studies)
Queen Mary University of London
MEng, Mech. Eng. and Materials
Plymouth Marjon University
PGCE, Primary (MFL)
Polytech Nancy
Engineering
University of Plymouth
Master of Business Administration - MBA, Management and Leadership
SKILLS
ABOUT MATTHEW BYRNE
Committed, motivated, effective leader and strategic decision maker:• 25+ years’ experience working in and with not-for-profit organisations.• Driven to deliver high quality services that improve peoples’ lives.• Successful establishment of innovative projects and services.• Effective in securing funding from diverse streams, including contracts, grants, income-generation, and direct-to-public fundraising.• An excellent communicator skilled in negotiation, networking and understanding the political landscape.Currently working but long term availability for consultancy, interim and pro bono opportunities.
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