Who we are

Bec is an experienced entertainment executive with global leadership across streaming, studios and independent distribution. At Netflix, she established the company’s first international office in the UK. She previously helped scale Momentum Pictures and Entertainment One and held senior roles at Warner Bros. and Universal Pictures. Bec is now co-founder of Beam & Co and a member of the CAPE advisory board.

Christine is Global Director for Climate Education at Cambridge University Press & Assessment. Appointed in 2022, she leads work to embed climate literacy across education systems worldwide. Previously Chief Executive of Cambridge Assessment International Education, she brings deep international leadership experience.

Dami has served on the CAPE advisory board since 2022 and hosts the CAPE podcast Imagining Otherwise. With a decade of global experience in primary and secondary education across Nigeria, Peru and the US, she brings a diverse perspective informed by engineering and public administration. Dami is Interim Head of Governance and Operations at JUSTICE, following senior leadership roles at the Teacher Development Trust and East London Teaching School Hub and Mulberry College of Teaching SCITT.

Elaine is a former primary Executive Headteacher and is currently Head of Sustainability and Advisory Headteacher for REAch2 Academy Trust. Although it was not Elaine’s intention to move out of headship, the opportunity to lead on the REAch2 key priority of Environmental Sustainability has provided her with the opportunity develop a strategy that impacts on 62 schools and over 20,000 children.

Esther is Vice Principal of Weldon Village Academy and has worked at Meridian Trust for four years. An experienced senior leader, she has also worked with the Teacher Development Trust, contributed to NPQ content, and conducted research for the Department for Education. A graduate of CAPE’s first Climate Wise Schools cohort, she champions evidence-informed climate change education across her school and Trust.

Geoff is a Fellow of the Royal Society of Chemistry and ISEP (the Institute of Sustainability & Environmental Professionals); sits on the UK Trade & Business Commission; is a Trustee of CAPE and SCI; and on the board of ReCoup and Rotary UK&I. He advises and consults with organisations across the private, public and third sectors, spanning sustainability, science, environment, public affairs and education.

Heena is an ESRC-funded doctoral researcher at the University of Stirling and Co-Founder and Trustee of Climate Adapted Pathways for Education. Her background spans classroom practice, designing school leadership professional development, and programme and partnership roles across the charity sector, and the Environment Agency. Her research includes academic journal publications and co-authored books and reports on science and climate change education.

Jonathan is Executive Headteacher of four primary schools on the East Norfolk coast and a trustee of CAPE, where he advocates for climate-literate learning in schools. He is also co-host of The Two Heads Podcast and a founder member of Loos 4 Learners, a charity supporting the development of essential sanitation in schools in Ghana.

Julie Rowlandson is Sustainability and Net Zero Officer at St Bart’s Multi Academy Trust in the West Midlands. With a background as a teacher, environmental educator, forest school leader and headteacher, she leads whole-organisation climate and environmental strategy. Julie is a Registered Environmental Practitioner, serves on the UK Schools Sustainability Network Operations Group, and sits on CAPE’s advisory board.

Kathryn is ASCL Leadership and Workforce Specialist, bringing extensive UK and international experience in teacher workforce strategy, leadership development, and education policy. She began her career in primary education and held senior leadership roles in a multi-academy trust. Kathryn has advised governments, universities, and NGOs, and held national roles with the Teaching School Hubs Council. She also serves as a trustee and board member at Greenshaw Learning Trust and the Youth Hostel Association.  

Leigh is Professor of Science Education at Leeds Trinity University and a former classroom teacher. She previously chaired the Association for Science Education and now edits Primary Science. Leigh co-founded the charity Climate Adapted Pathways for Education and is editor of Practice: Contemporary Issues in Education.

Mark Whittaker is the Headteacher of Greatwood Community Nursery and Primary School in Skipton, part of the Northern Star Academy Trust. With over 20 years of experience in education, Mark has worked extensively with children and communities across a wide range of demographics. He is also a graduate of CAPE’s first Climate Wise Schools cohort, contributing to its early development.

Paul is a Chartered Accountant with extensive leadership experience in charity and education. Before joining HEART Academies Trust in 2017, he worked with Coram, Plan International and the Wellcome Trust. A leader in school business management, he is a Fellow of the Institute of School Business Leaders. Paul supports climate change education through CAPE and co-chairs the Schools Sustainability Network.

Sarah is a solicitor who advises on contracts, governance, and compliance matters. Self-employed since 2019, Sarah has worked as 'in-house' legal counsel within businesses of various sizes and sectors for over 20 years. Sarah is delighted to bring her commercial experience and technical knowledge to the Advisory Board to support CAPE's mission.

Sarah has 30 years’ experience across the environmental and education sectors. She champions Earthwatch’s learning and engagement programmes, supporting teachers, young people, early career scientists and communities. She leads Earthwatch’s EDI commitment and brings inclusivity and equity to all her work. An experienced facilitator, coach and mentor, she also volunteers locally as an Explorer Scout leader and conservation group volunteer.

Steve is a former history teacher who now works in teacher education and development for Ambition Institute. He has particular interests in effective teacher development and student motivation, engagement and belonging. He is thrilled to be part of the CAPE Advisory Group because of how CAPE is applying evidence-informed principles to such an important aspect of learning for both teachers and students.

Sylvia is a climate scientist who promotes and supports the teaching of weather and climate across UK schools, in all subjects and phases. She believes every young person should leave school with strong climate literacy, enabling them to engage critically with public debate, make informed decisions about climate change, and develop the understanding and skills needed for future green careers.