Geraldine Mc Namara
About Geraldine Mc Namara
Geraldine McNamara is a Product Development Manager with extensive experience in the fields of training, fundraising, and arts management. She has held various roles at Mind and other organizations, contributing to knowledge development and product management since 2021.
Current Role at Mind
Geraldine McNamara serves as the Product Development Manager at Mind, a mental health charity based in London, England. She has held this position since 2021. In her current role, she focuses on developing products that support mental health initiatives and enhance the organization's offerings. Her extensive experience within the organization has contributed to her understanding of the needs of the community Mind serves.
Previous Positions at Mind
Geraldine McNamara has held multiple roles at Mind prior to her current position. She worked as a Fundraising Officer for three months in 2006, followed by a role as Training Manager from 2015 to 2018. Additionally, she served as the Services and Product Development Manager (Training and Learning) from 2018 to 2021. Her diverse roles have allowed her to gain comprehensive insights into both fundraising and training within the mental health sector.
Education and Expertise
Geraldine McNamara holds a Master of Arts in Arts Management from the University of New South Wales, which she completed from 2004 to 2005. She also studied at Birkbeck College, University of London, where she earned a Diploma in Arts Policy & Management from 2002 to 2003. Her educational background supports her expertise in product development and management within the arts and mental health sectors.
Career Background
Before joining Mind, Geraldine McNamara gained experience in various roles across different organizations. She worked as a Marketing Officer at Pareto Fundraising in Sydney from 2003 to 2004 and later as Head of Knowledge Development and Editor at the Centre for Accessible Environments from 2011 to 2015. Additionally, she served as Programme Manager at Shape Arts from 2006 to 2011 and as a Gallery Assistant at Roslyn Oxley9 Gallery from 2004 to 2005. Her career reflects a strong commitment to arts and accessibility.
Professional Achievements
Geraldine McNamara's professional journey includes significant contributions to various organizations, particularly in the mental health and arts sectors. Her roles have involved developing training programs and managing projects that promote accessibility and wellbeing. Her work at Mind and other organizations demonstrates her dedication to enhancing knowledge and support systems in these fields.