The Foundation Board

Rory’s career started in the world of advertising, working as an account manager for Publicis on global brands like British Airways and Renault.

He then moved to the BBC, where he spent 16 years (working in Oxford and at New Broadcasting House in London). He was a radio presenter, reporter, programme producer and news editor.

He left the BBC in 2016, taking the unusual step to become a Voiceover artist. He continues to work in the voiceover industry, with a roster of clients all over the world. He is also an award winning audiobook narrator.

He is the third generation of the Barnett family to serve on the Foundation Board.