Team

Simon Berney-Edwards, Chief Executive Officer

Since joining the organisation in May 2019, Simon has revised the Membership Journey, revised and implemented new organisational membership schemes, lead the successful implementation of a new CRM and Website, launched a new competency framework for the profession, and secured 10% growth in Membership. Simon’s background is in Libraries, Regional Development, and Project and Change Management. He previously worked as a Director at the Chartered Institute of Library and Information Professionals (CILIP) leading the teams delivering frontline services to members. He also led high-profile projects including Mapping the Information Workforce, reengineering CILIP’s Skills offer, delivering the approach to Member Networks, and a programme improving internal systems and cultures. He is a trustee of Twins Trust and is their Digital Transformation lead.

Simon’s key work areas at EWI include: Strategy and Planning, Policy, Advocacy, Governance, Performance Management, Complaints (about Members/Service), Systems Improvement and Development, and Team Management.

Simon has 5 year old twins who keep him pretty busy outside of work! Other than that he is a lover of Musical Theatre.

Heather George - Training and Events Manager (on Maternity Leave)

After graduating with a degree in Marketing and Sales, Heather started work at the Bradford Chamber of Commerce as an events assistant. Over the next 4 years she gained not only a wealth of experience but also a Master in Events Management. Heather’s experience ranges from membership organisations through to large corporate events and conferences.

At the EWI, Heather looks after the planning and delivery of the training and events calendar, as well as looking at ways of evolving our content strategy.

Outside of work, Heather has a young family and loves to get outdoors, exploring, jumping in puddles and eating ice-cream. She is also keen cook, baker and football fan.

Charlene Johnson-Crooks - Training and Events Manager (Maternity Cover)

Charlene has over 10 years of events management experience in both the private and public sectors. Ranging from seminars to large scale conferences. Charlene enjoys the arts in her spare time.

Sue James - Finance Manager

Sue came to EWI in 2007 as a consultant, shortly after the organisation moved from Africa House, in the days when Janette Guiliford was CEO and Andrew Grantham was Treasurer. After 4 years she left for a short break and then returned in 2013. Sue is the longest serving staff member and is now like a piece of the furniture. Her main role is to produce all things financial and report to the CEO.

If you need any information about finances, she is the go-to person. Prior to being at EWI, Sue was the founder and owner of an office furniture company for 23 Years, quite a different environment to where she is now.

Her interests outside of work are her 7 grandchildren aging from 23 to 3 who she adores, walking and being in nature, she teaches Dance Movement Therapy and Meditation.

Wiebke Morgan - Membership Manager

I am of German/Latvian descent and have lived and worked in London for over 30 years, after having met my husband here. I have worked in membership associations and professional bodies for over 20 years. I joined the EWI in 2021 from Lincoln’s Inn, where I had been Member Services Manager. Member satisfaction and engagement are my top priorities, so please do get in touch with any problems/queries you might have.

Outside work, I love reading ‘Golden Era’ crime novels and am a member of the Ephemera Society. I also collect fairy tales and own a couple of dolls houses.

Sean Mosby - Policy Manager

Sean has 20 years’ experience working in policy roles in government, a regulator, and the private sector, both in his native New Zealand, and in the UK. He has worked in a range of industries including telecommunications, energy, and medical devices. Sean holds a Masters degree in Commercial Law and is the co-author of a textbook on telecommunications law in New Zealand.

Sean's key role is to ensure that EWI and its members keep ahead of changes to rules, regulations, and materials on expert evidence, and are aware of recent expert evidence in court judgements. He is responsible for ensuring that policy changes on the provision of expert evidence are fully informed by the experience and expertise of EWI and its members.

Outside of work, Sean enjoys reading, travelling, and hiking in the beautiful Yorkshire Dales.

Graeme Berney-Edwards - Membership Administrator

I’ve just returned to the workplace having taken some time out to be a stay-at-home dad to our now 6-year-old twins. My career path up until this point was mainly customer service based in a range of sectors including retail banking, road haulage and the airline industry. I’ve also managed to dabble in a bit of on-screen extra work, handyman and gardening services along the way.
I’m looking forward to fresh challenges ahead, supporting the rest of the team and of course meeting and recruiting new members.

Having a young family and dog keeps me busy in the little spare time I get – so I do enjoy a good film and a glass of wine at the weekend.