Paola Barbarino is a seasoned professional with over 20 years of experience in senior management positions across various sectors including health, higher education, arts, international development, and membership organizations.

She is a strategic leader with a passion for driving organizational growth and effectiveness through the development and execution of ambitious plans. Paola excels in governance, board management, and volunteer empowerment.

Her diverse skill set includes expertise in strategy, business planning, enterprise development, fundraising, governance, change management, project management, marketing (including digital), customer service, communication, media, public speaking, and volunteer management.

Paola's educational background includes a Master of Arts in Library and Information Science and Field and Analytical Techniques in Archaeology from University College London, as well as a Classics degree from Università degli Studi di Napoli Federico II.

She has held prominent roles such as CEO at Alzheimer's Disease International, Fellow at The RSA, Board Member at World Dementia Council, Trustee at various organizations including The Postal Museum and Shelter UK, and leadership positions at Opaline Limited, Cass Business School, Tate, The British Library, IIED, and inIVA.

Paola's vast international experience spans across all continents, and she is known for her intellectual curiosity, commitment to championing causes, and driving impactful change in the private, public, and nonprofit sectors.