On the move: the latest East Midlands hires

Professor Scott Fleming has been appointed to the post of deputy vice-chancellor (academic affairs) at Bishop Grosseteste University (BGU) in Lincoln.

Currently the executive dean: research, knowledge exchange and external engagement, professor Fleming has been at BGU since April 2018. Having worked at the Universities of Brighton and Gloucestershire as well as, most recently, Cardiff Metropolitan University, he is an experienced academic and has held the roles of programme director, head of school, academic dean, director of research at school level, and University director of research and graduate studies.

Reverend Canon professor Peter Neil, vice-chancellor of BGU, said: “I am delighted that Scott emerged as the successful candidate from an international pool of applicants. He brings with him substantial experience of the sector but has also gained a knowledge of the internal environment in the short time he has been working here. His expertise and approach will take us to the next stage in our strategic development and I look forward to working with him in this new capacity.”

Melanie Weatherley

The Greater Lincolnshire Local Enterprise Partnership had added two new members on its Employment and Skills Board.

Melanie Weatherley, chief executive of Lincolnshire home care provider Walnut Care, and Phil Ball, operations director at Metsä Wood in Boston, will both be joining the board.

Ruth Carver, director at the Greater Lincolnshire LEP, said: “Following a successful recruitment process, we’re pleased to welcome Melanie and Phil to the Employment and Skills Board.

“Both will be excellent additions to the board and will help to deliver the LEP’s strategic vision on employment and skills.”