Louise brings extensive financial expertise to her role as CFO at Maritime. She entered the education sector in 2015 after a career in financial services, beginning as an admin assistant at Barnsole Primary School. Over the next decade, she progressed through roles including finance officer, office manager, and finance manager. When Barnsole Primary Trust merged with Maritime in 2020, Louise joined the organisation and was appointed CFO in 2021. As CFO, she has led major developments across Maritime’s finance function, strengthening service delivery to schools and improving financial operations. She ensures schools receive high-quality financial support and strategic guidance. In 2024, Louise qualified as a Chartered Accountant, further enhancing her ability to drive financial excellence. Under her leadership, Maritime has introduced a robust investment strategy to generate additional income and maintain strong support for schools. Louise remains committed to continuous improvement and making a positive impact across the trust.