NEWS: Jen Marshall to Share Key Insights on Transitioning from LA to MAT at EdExec LIVE

School business leaders often face concerns when moving from Local Authority (LA) control to Multi-Academy Trusts (MATs), especially with changes in financial planning, procurement and managing estates. Expert guidance is key to helping SBLs navigate these complexities

For those in the SBL community considering – or currently navigating – the transition from LA to MAT, the process can feel overwhelming. With many aspects to consider and multiple moving parts, it requires a steady hand and a confident approach to manage effectively.

At Education Executive, we’ve explored this topic extensively, and in conversations with school business managers, we’ve found that many of you share the same concerns. Among the top questions are those related to understanding the changes in financial planning, management, procurement, and estates management that come with becoming part of an academy. These areas are often key worries for SBMs making this significant change.

This is why we are pleased to have Jen Marshall speaking at the upcoming EdExec LIVE event on 6th November in Harrogate. With her wealth of experience, Jen is well-placed to provide expert guidance on “Moving from LA to MAT: Empowering You to Lead Your School Through the Transition.”

Jen, a Chartered Accountant since 2011, has extensive experience in education, having worked as a school business manager and later serving as a financial controller for a nine-school MAT. Now, as head of business and financial support at Cheviot Learning Trust, she has a deep understanding of the transition process. During her session, Jen will offer valuable insights into the similarities and differences between maintained schools and academies, helping to clarify both the challenges and opportunities.

This event provides SBMs with the opportunity to gain practical advice, connect with others going through similar transitions, and leave feeling empowered and prepared to take the next step in their journey.

Further information about our events can be found at edexeclive.co.uk