Board
ADVISORY BOARD
ANDREW SCOTT CEO
Serial Entrepreneur | UK and Global Scale-Up Expert | Trained up over 1000 Entrepreneurs
Andrew Scott is a globally respected entrepreneur and founder of the Ascot Group, one of Britain’s most successful media, tech, and marketing companies. From surviving the Belfast Troubles to building a multi-million-pound business empire, including founding Business Leader to become Britain’s best magazine for entrepreneurs.
A visionary leader, Andrew has scaled or sold a large number of companies, mentored more than 1,000 entrepreneurs, and collaborated with some of the world’s most influential business figures. As an award-winning angel investor and growth strategist, he brings unparalleled expertise in leadership and execution, helping businesses achieve breakthrough success.
SIR DAVID R. GOLDBERG, PH.D.
Sir Dr. David R. Goldberg is an accomplished academic, educator, human rights scholar, peace builder, entrepreneur, and advisor to world leaders and international organizations.
Dr. Goldberg’s academic research and teaching focus on Holocaust education, genocide, human rights, teacher education, and professional development. He teaches social science courses at the secondary level, as well as in partnership with Long Island University and previously at Columbia University.
Dr. Goldberg is currently an Education Ambassador at The Council on Foreign Relations, the world’s leading foreign policy think tank. He serves under Her Majesty Queen Noor al-Hussein of Jordan on the President’s Leadership Council at the Search for Common Ground, a successful violence ending organization operating in over 38 countries.
He also serves as a Special Advisor to NGO Sustainability, which is in Official Consultative Status with the Economic and Social Council at the United Nations. There he helps implement sustainable approaches to challenging problems throughout the world.
He is the Board Vice President of Peace Education Initiative Rwanda. He is also on the Board of Directors of Humanity Effect in Nigeria where he helps bring high quality education to those in extreme poverty, a plight he passionately seeks to end.
In addition, he is on the Advisory Council at the Center for Civic Education and on the Impact Council at Pencils of Promise, which is devoted to building high quality schools, engaging communities, and ensuring access to clean water. He is a sought after speaker on these topics, including at such places as the Oxford Education Research Symposium at Oxford University, at conferences, on popular radio programs and podcasts. For his worldwide contributions to the public good, Sir Dr. Goldberg was Knighted by the Parte Guelfa, Republic of Italy.
Dr. Goldberg has previously led roundtable discussions in Afghanistan and advised the Institute for Human and Community Development in Haiti. He was an Engaging Eurasia Fellow at Harvard University, a Fulbright recipient of the German-American Fulbright Commission, and has been awarded fellowships and grants from the National Endowment for the Humanities in Turkey, the Goethe Institute in Germany, and The Korean Studies Foundation in South Korea.
He also developed extensive national programs in India that have reached millions of students on global education and conflict resolution. He is the recipient of an Honor Citation from the United States Congress, and he received the Edward Weissband Award for Public Service and Contributions to Public Affairs.
Dr. Goldberg is also an entrepreneur and technological innovator. He was the founding Chairman of Lensdrop, Inc., a digital media platform that is the Netflix of stock photos devoted to empowering creators to freely utilize high quality images in their work. He oversaw the acquisition of this company by Canva, the most popular graphic design platform in the world.
Dr. Goldberg received his B.A., summa cum laude and Phi Beta Kappa, from Binghamton University, his M.S. from Hofstra University, and his M. Phil. and Ph.D. from Columbia University.
ROB SIMS
Global Super-Connector
JIM SMITH
Educator | Best-Selling Author | Inspirational Speaker
Jim Smith is a renowned educational leader and best-selling author of The Lazy Teacher’s Handbook series. As a headteacher and speaker, his fresh and innovative approach to education equips schools with tools to empower students.
PATRICIA JONES CEO
Principal and Chief Executive, Weston College
Patricia Jones is an accomplished educational leader, serving as the Principal and Chief Executive of Weston College. With over 11 years in senior leadership roles, including Deputy CEO of The Bedford College Group, Patricia has spearheaded initiatives that have driven institutional excellence and student success.
Holding a DPhil in Further Education Sector Financial Leadership from the University of Oxford, Patricia combines academic excellence with strategic leadership to foster innovation in education.
SHANE DEAN
Visionary Founder | Award-Winning Journalist
Shane Dean is the founder of the Good News Post and an award-winning journalist with a distinguished 28-year career. Known for his ability to connect communities and amplify positive stories, Shane is a visionary leader passionate about inspiring hope and change through impactful storytelling and strategic media platforms.
WENDY GRIFFIN CEO
Consultant Editor | CEO of Wellspring
Wendy Griffin is the CEO of Wellspring and a dedicated advocate for mental health and wellbeing. With years of experience leading initiatives that prioritize emotional resilience, Wendy’s passion for community health ensures the Good News Post remains a champion for youth wellbeing and support.
DAWN CAREY
Consultant Editor | CEO of In Charley’s Memory
Dawn Carey is the CEO of In Charley’s Memory, a charity specializing in youth mental health. As a respected leader in the field, Dawn has dedicated her career to creating safe, supportive spaces for young people to thrive. Her expertise strengthens the Good News Post’s commitment to addressing mental health challenges with compassion and care.
JACK EASTERBROOK
Head of Digital | Co-Founder of Hedgehog Communications
Jack Easterbrook is a digital marketing expert and co-founder of Hedgehog Communications. Specializing in innovative digital strategies, Jack combines creativity and technical expertise to deliver impactful solutions that connect and engage audiences.
His leadership in digital innovation drives the Good News Post’s reach and relevance in a fast-paced, digital-first world.