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Team and Board

XTRAX is run by an international group of talented individuals from a variety of disciplines. With a lively and active work ethos, we are committed to the work that we do and are dedicated to making the UK outdoor arts sector the best it can be.

Meet the XTRAX Team

Maggie Clarke Director she/her
- maggie@xtrax.org.uk
- +44(0) 7309 472218
- (En / Fr)
Rebecca Lee Producer
- rebecca@xtrax.org.uk
- (En)
Lesa Dryburgh Freelance Marketing Manager she/her
- lesa@xtrax.org.uk
- (En)
Sophia Chang International Projects Manager she/her
- sophia@xtrax.org.uk
- (En)

Board

We are also grateful to our board members for their ongoing support and commitment to the company:

Chair: Margaret Stephenson

Margaret is a Trustee at Manchester Art Gallery, Board Member at Great Northern Contemporary Craft Fair, and was formerly Head of Events Unit at Manchester City Council.

Board Member: Jane Armstrong

Board Member: Fiona Gasper

Fiona was previously Executive Director at Manchester International Festival and Factory International, Executive Director at The Royal Exchange Theatre, and Executive Producer at Liverpool 2008 European Capital of Culture. Fiona now works as a coach and therapist.

Board Member Darren Grice

Darren Grice is an experienced leader in the cultural and community sectors with a strong background in strategic development, management, and organizational growth. Currently serving as the Director of Culture at Salford City Council, a position held since May 2023, Darren is dedicated to fostering cultural initiatives within the region.

Prior to this, Darren held the role of Strategic Development Lead for Culture and the Visitor Economy at Rochdale Borough Council from November 2021 to May 2023, where they played a key role in advancing cultural and economic initiatives for the area.

Earlier in their career, Darren was the Deputy CEO at Your Trust Rochdale from November 2017 to November 2021, following a successful tenure as the Head of Culture, Health, and Participation from August 2015 to November 2017.

Additionally, Darren served as the CEO of The Garage Trust in Norwich for over 11 years, shaping its mission to provide accessible arts and culture to the community.

Board Member: Liz Pugh

Liz is Creative Producer / Co-Founder of Walk the Plank and was formerly a freelance advisor for IETM – International Network for Contemporary Performing Arts.