Dr Fiona Aldridge
Biography
Fiona Aldridge has more than 25 years’ experience in the skills sector. Fiona is currently serving as the Chief Executive of the Skills Federation, an organisation that represents sector skills bodies across the UK. Prior to her role at the Skills Federation, Fiona was the Head of Insight and Intelligence in the Economic Delivery, Skills and Communities Directorate at West Midlands Combined Authority.
She has experience of working as a non-executive and advisory board member across different roles including most recently as a member of the Mayor of the West Midlands’ Council of Experts and as a non-executive director for the Youth Futures Foundation.
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.