Our Team

Andy is the Executive Director of the Major Projects Association, prior to which he spent 30 years as a practitioner, consultant and assurer of complex projects and programmes for public, private and third sector organisations both domestically and internationally. He has a focus on project governance, the treatment of inherent project complexity and organisational development of project capability.

Andy is a respected author, having worked with HM Treasury, Cabinet Office, the Association for Project Management (APM) and Axelos to develop best practice guidance on their behalf. Publications include PRINCE2, P3M3, Routemap and the Governance of Co-Owned Projects. He was cited in the Sunday Telegraph’s business supplement as one of the most influential people in project management. He is the Chair of the APM’s Governance Special Interest Group, the Chair of the IPA’s independent project advisory group for the Project Initiation Routemap and is the engagement workstream lead for the Project Data Analytics Task Force.

Andy is a collaborative and inclusive senior leader with a track record of building high-performing teams both within his organisation, across partnerships and with voluntary groups.

Outside of work Andy spends his time mountain biking or helping out Willaston FC (a community football club) as treasurer and manager of the Under 14s team.

Manon is Development Director of the Major Projects Association and has been instrumental in shaping the Association over the past 20 years. She is passionate about equality and diversity in the workplace and promotes this through the work of the Association.

Amongst the many initaitives introduced by Manon is the Gender Balance Initiative which she established in 2015 - this has now developed into our Inclusion Hub. In 2020 she worked with Isabel Linden to set up the Sustainability Ambassadors Network - a group she is still very much involved in.

One of her main responsibilities is to grow the membership by recruiting new members and retaining current members by ensuring the quality of our offerings. Over 90% of current members have been recruited by Manon.

Ruth has been with the Major Projects Association for almost two decades, playing a central role in keeping the organisation running smoothly behind the scenes. She oversees the Association’s finances, payroll, and audit processes, ensuring compliance and transparency at every stage. Alongside her financial responsibilities, Ruth also acts as Board Secretary, supporting governance, coordinating meetings, and maintaining statutory records.

Her work extends into HR and team support, from onboarding new staff to managing contracts and leave, helping to create a well-organised and supportive workplace. Ruth also contributes to the Association’s sustainability commitments and delivery planning, making sure the organisation is well prepared for the future.

With her deep knowledge of the Association and its members, Ruth provides continuity, reliability, and trusted expertise that underpins everything the Association delivers.

Eleanor joined the Major Projects Association in 2015, following the completion of her degree in Geography. Over the past decade, she has steadily built expertise in event management and communications, progressing through a series of roles that reflect both her commitment and capability. She began in an events and data role before becoming Events Manager, where she played a pivotal part in shaping and delivering a dynamic and growing events programme.

In 2024, she was appointed Head of Events and Communications. In this capacity, she oversees the development and delivery of the Association's extensive calendar of events as well as its communications strategy. She also serves as secretariat for the Programme Committee, working closely with committee members and the Executive Director to ensure the Association's events programme delivers the topics and insights most relevant to the major projects sector and member needs.

Blending operational precision with strategic vision, Eleanor is passionate about driving innovation in how the Association engages its members, communicates its purpose, and delivers its impact.

Sascha started her role as Events Coordinator at the Major Projects Association in August 2022 and was promoted to Events Manager in August 2024 following a successful year acting up in the role. In her current position, she is responsible for running the Association’s events programme, which includes planning, coordinating, and delivering a wide range of events that support members in improving the delivery of major projects across the UK. She works closely with members, to ensure high-quality experiences and smooth event operations from start to finish.

At the beginning of 2025, Sascha achieved the AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting and hopes to continue her studies further in the future, with the aim of applying these skills to support event-related finance and organisational processes.

Prior to working at the Major Projects Association, Sascha worked as a Meetings and Events Coordinator in a hotel after graduating from Bournemouth University in 2020 with First-Class Honours in Events Management. She completed three years of study and a one-year placement at a local theatre.

Ashleigh Walsh is the CPD and Database Co-ordinator at the Major Projects Association. She joined the Association in 2019 as an Office Administrator and has since progressed into her current role, reflecting her strong organisational skills and in-depth knowledge of the organisation’s systems and processes.

Ashleigh is responsible for coordinating and delivering the Association’s CPD programme, ensuring courses run smoothly and meet members’ professional development needs. Known internally as the “database queen”, she also manages and maintains the Association’s database and website, ensuring information is accurate, current, and accessible.

Prior to joining the Association, Ashleigh worked in the hospitality sector, where she developed a strong commitment to customer service and supporting others - an approach that remains central to her work today.

Myrna is responsible for maintaining and developing the Major Projects Association’s website, managing the member newsletters, commissioning, editing and publishing blogs and podcasts, and overseeing the knowledge repository. Her work ensures that insights, learning and resources are well-curated, accessible and valuable across the major projects community.

She also serves as Secretary to the Studies & Knowledge Committee, which helps shape the Association’s research and knowledge programme. The Committee brings together perspectives from across sectors to examine themes that influence the initiation and delivery of major projects, ensuring the work reflects the breadth and diversity of our membership.

Myrna joined the Association in June 2023 and brings over 20 years of combined experience in digital marketing, content development and website management across publishing, education and small business. She has founded and run two successful businesses, built and managed multiple websites, and mentored small business owners on digital strategy and growth.

She is a Member of the Chartered Institute of Marketing.