The National Youth Band of Great Britain has announced the appointment of Louise Shaw as it first ever Funding Development Manager.

It also finalises the key management appointments for the organisation as it looks forward to an exciting new era both on and off the concert and recording stage.

Extensive experience

Louise has extensive experience as a fundraiser and manager who has raised some £20 million for charity, and joins from the University of Sheffield, where she worked as its Senior Philanthropy Manager — Foundations for nearly ten years.

The University of Huddersfield graduate will be responsible for raising vital funds for the organisation and will work closely with CEO Mark Bromley, Operations Manager Richard Milton and Communications & Marketing Manager, Ben Stratford.

Key member

Speaking about the appointment, Mark Bromley said: "We're delighted to welcome Louise. She will be a key member of the leadership team of the NYBBGB, with the purpose of helping develop and deliver the organisation's funding development strategy, which in turn will support the organisation in its plans to make the Band more accessible to a broader range of people."

This is a very exciting opportunity and I'm looking forward to playing my part in the organisation's futureLouise Shaw

Exciting opportunity

In response, Louise Shaw said: "This is a very exciting opportunity and I'm looking forward to playing my part in the organisation's future.

If you would like to support us in any way, big or small, please get in touch with me."

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For further information about the Arts Council England and the Department for Education funded National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain, go to: www.nybbgb.com