About Us >> People

Prevista is led by senior personnel who are experts in their field.

We are governed by a board of Directors which are chaired by the Chairman Richard Parkes.  The board is responsible for company governance and for the strategic oversight of the organanisation.

The organisation is directed and operated through a senior team of Directors led by Managing Director James Clements Smith.  Each member of the senior team is able to combine their practical skills gained in the industry with their understanding of the issues facing economic, social and cultural development.

 


  James Clements Smith, Managing Director

James is a regeneration and business support specialist and has operated in the field of economic development, business development and workforce development for over 19 years. Read more...

     
     
  Jane Murray, Commercial Director

Jane has over fifteen years of senior experience in the field of regeneration, education and the 14-19 agenda. Read more...

     
     
  Andi Dollia , Director of Finance & Operations

Andi leads the Finance and Operations Division at Prevista. Read more...

     
     
  Sandy Connors, Director of Enterprise & Brokerage

Sandy started her career in business support via the North London Chamber of Commerce where she was an Estate Officer for the Tottenham Industrial Estate Project (TIE). Read more...

     
     
  Robin Clarkson, Director of Skills

Robin is Vice Chair of the Skills Brokerage Association. Read more...

     
     
  Anita Gracie, Assistant Director (Research and Development)

Anita heads the Research and Development team in Prevista which leads on research and evaluation work. Read more...

     
     
  David Bennett, Assistant Director (Enterprise)

David has worked for many years in the areas of skills development and business support programmes, his knowledge and experience is utilised in his role as Assistant Director of Enterprise for the Business Support team. Read more...

     
     
  Gemma Placey, Assistant Director (Finance, Operations and ICT)

Gemma is a member of ACCA, a qualification achieved whilst working full time and being supported by Prevista. Read more...