Luke Ames Blackaby
About Luke Ames Blackaby
Luke Ames Blackaby serves as the Strategy and Sustainability Lead at Choco, where he has worked since 2021. He has a background in International Development from The London School of Economics and has held various roles in communications and research.
Work at Choco
Luke Ames Blackaby currently serves as the Strategy and Sustainability Lead at Choco, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he focuses on integrating strategic initiatives with sustainability practices to enhance the company's operational effectiveness. Prior to this position, he worked as a Special Project Manager at Choco from 2019 to 2021, where he contributed to various projects aimed at improving the company's sustainability efforts. His experience at Choco spans over three years, during which he has played a key role in advancing the company's strategic goals.
Previous Experience at Newington Communications
Before joining Choco, Luke Ames Blackaby worked as an Account Executive at Newington Communications from 2018 to 2019. During his 11-month tenure in the London, England Metropolitan Area, he was involved in managing client accounts and developing communication strategies. This role provided him with valuable experience in public relations and strategic communication, which he later applied in his positions at Choco.
Educational Background
Luke Ames Blackaby studied at The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE), where he earned a Master of Arts (MA) in International Development from 2017 to 2018. Prior to this, he completed his Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Politics, Philosophy, and Economics at the University of Oxford from 2013 to 2016. His educational background has equipped him with a strong foundation in social sciences and policy analysis, which supports his work in strategy and sustainability.
Experience at the Labour Party
Luke Ames Blackaby served as a Parliamentary Researcher for Yasmin Qureshi at the Labour Party from 2017 to 2018. In this role, he conducted research and provided support on various parliamentary matters. His experience in this position contributed to his understanding of political processes and governance, which is relevant to his current work in strategy and sustainability.