Dom Buchan
About Dom Buchan
Dom Buchan is the Senior New Corporate Partnerships Manager at Mind, where he has worked since 2020. He has extensive experience in fundraising and communications across various organizations and holds degrees in Psychology and Anthropology, as well as a Master's in Multi-Media Journalism.
Work at Mind
Dom Buchan has been employed at Mind as the Senior New Corporate Partnerships Manager since 2020. In this role, he focuses on developing corporate partnerships to support the organization's mission. Previously, he served as an Account Manager for Corporate Partnerships at Mind from 2017 to 2020. His experience at Mind spans over four years, during which he has contributed to various initiatives aimed at enhancing corporate engagement.
Education and Expertise
Dom Buchan holds a Master's degree in Multi-Media Journalism from Bournemouth University, which he completed from 2011 to 2012. He also earned a BSc Joint Honours degree in Psychology and Anthropology from Oxford Brookes University from 2005 to 2008. Additionally, he achieved 3 A levels and 2 AS levels at Varndean College from 2002 to 2004. His educational background provides him with a strong foundation in understanding human behavior, which is beneficial in his fundraising roles.
Background in Fundraising and Communications
Dom Buchan has extensive experience in fundraising and communications across multiple organizations. He began his career in the charity sector as a Fundraising Initiatives Officer at The Charity for Civil Servants in 2013. He has held various roles, including Community Fundraiser at Marie Curie Cancer Care and Fundraising & Communications Assistant at The Cardinal Hume Centre. His diverse roles have equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of the charity sector and its principles.
Previous Experience in Journalism and Broadcasting
Before transitioning to the charity sector, Dom Buchan worked in journalism and broadcasting. He served as a Broadcast Journalist for BBC News and Bauer Media in 2012. Additionally, he worked as a Drive Time Newsreader at Juice 107.2 Radio. His experience in media has contributed to his communication skills, which are essential in his current role in corporate partnerships.
Career Progression and Roles
Dom Buchan has held various positions throughout his career, showcasing a progression from customer service roles to fundraising and corporate partnerships. He worked as a Customer Service Administrator at Enterprise Holdings and as a Helpdesk Analyst at American Express. His diverse work history reflects his adaptability and ability to thrive in different environments, ultimately leading to his current role at Mind.