Simon Richards
NGA Consultant
Simon is an NGA consultant supporting schools and trusts through governance reviews and training, working with governing boards and governance professionals across a variety of settings. A qualified trainer, he has written and delivered sessions for governors and trustees on a wide range of topics.
An experienced governor, Simon has served as chair, vice-chair, and governor in six schools over the past fourteen years. He is also a trustee of a local community charity.
Simon previously worked for NGA leading the Future Chairs initiative within the Inspiring Governance programme, helping schools and trusts recruit skilled candidates to chair roles. He later worked with education and governance stakeholders across London, the South East, and East of England to strengthen governance practice. Earlier in his career, Simon held business management roles in the public sector and gained experience in charity trustee recruitment and strategic planning.