Colin Forshaw

James has a decade of experience as managing director of QVO Hospitality which has brands such as Maray Restaurants, The One O'Clock Gun and Buyers Club under its ownership.

Rachel is an inclusion, well-being, and engagement professional with a background in Human Resources.

Sri Sarker is a Liverpool based consultant with expertise in artist, policy and business development.

Eddie Berg is a specialist in film, media and the arts with a successful track record of establishing the vision for and leading major cultural venues, projects and programmes. Berg was appointed as Co-Chair of the Bluecoat in 2025.

Ben Sledge is a journalist and critic focusing on video games and technology for websites including The Guardian and NME.

Currently, self-employed as a business advisor and coach specialising in supporting owners of SMEs to grow their businesses and improve business performance.

Philomena Harrison is a Senior Lecturer in social work at Liverpool Hope University.

Mark Hobbs is an advisor in the attraction, cultural, museum and heritage sectors. Specialising in hospitality strategic business planning, design development and income generation.