CATCH is delighted to announce the appointment of Jacqueline Gray, as Director of Business Development and Partnerships. In this newly created role, Jacqueline will oversee new opportunities across all service areas, including apprenticeships, commercial training, and membership services.

David Talbot, CEO CATCH said, “We are very excited to be welcoming Jacqueline to the team in mid-November, she brings a strong track record of strategic leadership with a focus on growth and client engagement, which aligns perfectly with the requirements of this new role. We are confident that Jacqueline will drive significant growth and success across our business”.

Jacqueline will drive CATCH’s growth agenda by leading regional and national partnerships, developing new commercial opportunities, and supporting the organisation’s mission to support members clean power ambitions, innovation, and skills development across our region and beyond.

Jacqueline said: After an incredibly rewarding decade at the University of Lincoln, this next chapter feels both exciting and purposeful. CATCH plays a vital role in shaping the Humber and Greater Lincolnshire’s industrial future, driving decarbonisation, innovation, and skills development across energy-intensive sectors. Its vision for a cleaner, more connected, and competitive industrial economy truly resonates with me, and I’m honoured to be joining the team at such a pivotal time for UK industry.

Over the past ten years, I’ve been privileged to work with exceptional colleagues and partners on projects such as the Bridge, IDRIC, Freeport collaborations, and many others focused on regional growth and Net Zero innovation. Those experiences have shaped my approach to partnership, purpose, and people, all of which I’ll carry proudly into this new role.

A heartfelt thank you to all who’ve supported, encouraged, and collaborated with me along the way. Here’s to the next chapter, collaboration, growth, and making a lasting difference together”.

Her appointment marks an exciting new chapter for CATCH as the organisation continues to expand its influence across the region.