Brian Holliday
Biography
Brian Holliday is the managing director of digital industries at Siemens, a technology company operating in industry, infrastructure, transportation and health.
A fellow of the Royal Academy of Engineering, he started his career as an apprentice and is an advocate for applied learning and vocational training. He is also a longstanding contributor to the UK’s innovation, skills and education landscape through non-executive and committee roles including the High-Value Manufacturing Catapult, Make UK and as the co-chair of the Made Smarter Commission, working to improve manufacturing productivity.
Board member
The board members play a vital role in guiding the strategic direction of Skills England and ensuring it delivers on its vision. As part of the Board, members provide independent insight, challenge, and support to the executive team. Working collectively with the Chair and fellow board members, they are responsible for:
- contributing to the development and oversight of Skills England’s strategic objectives
- providing expert advice and constructive challenge to ensure effective decision-making
- supporting good governance, risk management, and accountability across the organisation
- acting as ambassadors for Skills England, promoting its role and impact across the skills system
Board members are expected to dedicate approximately 20 days per year to the role, including attendance at Board meetings and engagement with stakeholders.