Paul Whitman

For the first 10 years of his career, Paul worked for Barclays plc in a variety of retail banking roles in the UK and Africa. Since 2007, he has run his own business as an independent Learning and Development Consultant working across the globe with a range of diverse blue-chip organisations focusing on leadership and creating the conditions for team success. He is experienced in project management, program design and facilitation at all levels of leadership and enjoys the challenge of working and facilitating diverse geographical and cultural groups.
Originally a founding Trustee of Abbey MAT and Chair of the Board for nine years, Paul is still motivated to help the Trust provide the best possible start in life for the children of Leeds which encompasses all aspects of education – academic, social and spiritual. Paul lives in West Park and is a member of St Georges C of E church where he also sits on the PCC. He is married with 3 children all of whom attended Abbey Grange Academy. Paul likes to keep fit and enjoys running, most recently completing his first full distance marathon. He is also a keen fell walker and is passionate about supporting live music.