Alison Burns
About Alison Burns
Alison Burns is a Member Relations Specialist at Mind, with extensive experience in the non-profit sector, including securing multi-million funding contracts and delivering national programs. She has held various leadership roles, notably at Shelter UK and Teach First, and specializes in strategic planning and organizational development.
Current Role at Mind
Alison Burns has been serving as a Member Relations Specialist at Mind since 2017. In this role, she focuses on enhancing member engagement and fostering strong relationships within the organization. Additionally, she holds the position of Community Partnership Lead, which she has maintained since 2015. Her responsibilities include developing partnerships that align with Mind's mission and objectives, ensuring that community needs are met effectively.
Previous Experience in Non-Profit Sector
Alison Burns has extensive experience in the non-profit sector. She worked at Shelter UK in various capacities, including National Services Strategy & Business Development Manager from 2004 to 2007 and Regional Manager from 1999 to 2004. Her tenure at Shelter UK involved strategic planning and business development initiatives. Additionally, she served as Joint Chief Executive at Housing Diversity Network from 2016 to 2017, and as a Freelance Programme Manager for the Equality and Human Rights Commission and Halton Borough Council.
Educational Background
Alison Burns completed her secondary education at Radclyffe Comprehensive School in Oldham from 1976 to 1981. She then attended Oldham College in Greater Manchester from 1981 to 1983. Alison pursued higher education at Lancaster University, where she studied Politics and earned a BA Hons degree from 1983 to 1986.
Specialization in Strategy and Development
Alison Burns specializes in planning and delivering strategies aimed at ambitious change within organizations. Her expertise includes managing merger, reorganization, and expansion programs. She has a proven track record of innovating and transforming services to achieve better outcomes in the non-profit sector. Her work often emphasizes continuous improvement, performance management, and quality assurance.
Achievements in Funding and Program Management
Throughout her career, Alison Burns has secured multi-million funding contracts and grants for various non-profit organizations. She has delivered successful high-profile national and regional programs, focusing on building strong relationships with stakeholders. Her efforts have contributed to the advancement of the organizations she has worked with, particularly in enhancing service delivery and community engagement.