Toby Smith, Chief Executive BBT

Joining BBT as Chief Executive in January 2024, Toby Smith brings over 25 years’ experience in artistic and executive leadership roles in classical music and multi-arts environments, including a nine-year tenure as Director of Performance and Programming at the Royal Northern College of Music, and Festival Director of the Salisbury International Arts Festival.

The Chief Executive works with a number of freelance consultants. PR Consultant Debra Boraston works to secure PR around award announcements and projects in support of Artist Awards and Fellowships, Encore Awards and Community Grants; Communications Consultant Nick Breckenfield supports the Trust’s website, film production, social media and e-newsletters; and Graham Johnston creates films in support of headline projects conceived by the artists and organisations that BBT supports.

Contact details for Toby, Debra and Nick can be found at the foot of this webpage.