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This esteemed group of industry experts and thought leaders provides strategic guidance and invaluable insights, shaping the future of our programs and initiatives. Their expertise helps us stay at the forefront of creative education and innovation.
The Advisory Council at NACA comprises distinguished professionals from various fields within the creative arts and education sectors. This diverse group of experts provides strategic guidance and industry insights, ensuring that NACA’s programs and initiatives are aligned with the latest trends and best practices. The council's involvement is instrumental in maintaining the high standards of excellence that NACA is known for, as they work closely with our leadership team to review and enhance our curriculum, fostering a forward-thinking educational environment.
Beyond their advisory roles, council members serve as ambassadors for NACA, leveraging their networks and expertise to broaden the institute's reach and influence. They contribute to shaping the future direction of NACA, helping to identify emerging opportunities and challenges in the creative industries. This collaborative approach ensures that our students are well-prepared to meet the demands of a rapidly changing global landscape, positioning them for success in their respective fields.
MEMBERS
David Willett Higher Ed & Digital Learning David Willett is an experienced education executive and non-executive director with two decades in higher education, workforce development, and digital learning. He has led major initiatives at The Open University and across UK and international institutions, bringing expertise in governance, commercial strategy, and scalable, industry-aligned education models.
Higher Ed & Digital Learning
David Willett is an experienced education executive and non-executive director with two decades in higher education, workforce development, and digital learning. He has led major initiatives at The Open University and across UK and international institutions, bringing expertise in governance, commercial strategy, and scalable, industry-aligned education models.
Dr. Kaitlyn M. Enright Research Governance & Learning Dr. Kaitlyn Enright is a medical-scientific researcher and academic leader with expertise in research governance, curriculum development, and evidence-based learning. With over 15 years’ experience across clinical, educational, and consulting settings, she supports institutions in strengthening academic quality, innovation, and integrity through interdisciplinary, research-driven approaches.
Research Governance & Learning
Dr. Kaitlyn Enright is a medical-scientific researcher and academic leader with expertise in research governance, curriculum development, and evidence-based learning. With over 15 years’ experience across clinical, educational, and consulting settings, she supports institutions in strengthening academic quality, innovation, and integrity through interdisciplinary, research-driven approaches.
Dr Nicola Thomas Curriculum Design & Quality Dr. Nicola Thomas is a higher-education specialist with more than 20 years’ experience in academic leadership, curriculum design, quality assurance, and learning-design innovation. A former Associate Professor and Programme Leader, she brings deep expertise in employability, creative-industry education, and governance across undergraduate and postgraduate provision.
Curriculum Design & Quality
Dr. Nicola Thomas is a higher-education specialist with more than 20 years’ experience in academic leadership, curriculum design, quality assurance, and learning-design innovation. A former Associate Professor and Programme Leader, she brings deep expertise in employability, creative-industry education, and governance across undergraduate and postgraduate provision.
Dr. John Sena Academic Governance & Strategy Dr. John Sena is a long-serving English professor at Ohio State University and former Assistant Provost. With an extensive publication record, multiple university-wide teaching awards, and leadership roles with the SAT, AP Exam, and College Board, he brings distinguished expertise in assessment, academic standards, and scholarly writing.
Academic Governance & Strategy
Dr. John Sena is a long-serving English professor at Ohio State University and former Assistant Provost. With an extensive publication record, multiple university-wide teaching awards, and leadership roles with the SAT, AP Exam, and College Board, he brings distinguished expertise in assessment, academic standards, and scholarly writing.
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