Keith Hoodless

Chief Learning Officer @Regulation Education Ltd

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I bring extensive experience across startups and commercial ventures, with a strong record in entrepreneurship, operational leadership, and regulatory compliance in both hospitality and education. I began in the licensed trade, holding senior roles including Bars Manager at Manchester’s Hacienda, and later owned two hospitality businesses — the Railway Hotel and The Feathers Restaurant — overseeing strategy, finances, service, and team management. I went on to found and lead Abbey College, an independent further education institution, managing curriculum development, governance, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance from inception to operation. Most recently, I served as Director of Lifelong Learning and Qualifications at the Pensions Management Institute, leading digital transformation and ensuring compliance with Ofqual, ISO 9001, and ISO 27001 standards. Now Chief Learning Officer at Recognition Education and a Member of the Institute of Regulation, I’m recognized for producing detailed board and regulatory reports with analytical and strategic rigor. My background uniquely positions me to connect commercial and academic sectors with credibility and impact.

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Work Background

Director of Qualifications and Lifelong Learning

Pensions Management Institute (PMI)Director of Qualifications and Lifelong Learning

Nov. 2018 - Dec. 2024London, United KingdomLeading the development and management of education programs for the leading sector supplier of qualifications and education, ensuring quality oversight and compliance with regulations. • Collaborated with stakeholders to enhance educational offerings and strategic direction in education. • Successfully aligned programs with industry standards, contributing to the company's reputation as a trusted provider in the Pensions Industry.

Strategic Development Director

NXG GroupStrategic Development Director

Jan. 2016 - Jul. 2017London, United Kingdom

Standards Verifier

Edexcel & Pearson UKStandards Verifier

Oct. 2014 - Sep. 2024National

Principal

Essex International CollegePrincipal

Feb. 2013 - Jan. 2016

Director of Operations, Qualification Development and Assessment

Learning Resource NetworkDirector of Operations, Qualification Development and Assessment

Nov. 2011 - May. 2018London

Educational Consultant

Educational Consultant

Sep. 2009London, United KingdomInitiatives: Spearheaded strategic planning, operational direction, and program development for educational institutions and professional organisations. Delivered enhanced educational offerings, aligned programs with industry standards, and ensured regulatory compliance. Collaborated with stakeholders to implement best practices and develop funding proposals. Outcomes: Achieved improved financial performance, increased turnover, and bolstered the reputation of organisations as trusted providers in their sectors. Enhanced strategic direction and quality oversight for educational programs, driving positive institutional outcomes. Skills: Strategy, Program Development, Leadership, Effective Education Governance/Regulatory Oversight, Customer Relationship Management (CRM), Communication, Relationship Building, Content Development, Interpersonal Skills, and Soft Skills.

Head Teacher

Pendlebury Care LtdHead Teacher

Jun. 2005 - Jun. 2009

Principal

Abbey CollegePrincipal

Nov. 1999 - May. 2005

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