Executive Team
The Heritage Railway Association has a small team of full-time staff and volunteers ensuring that the organisation does everything it can to serve members. They all come with huge experience and are dedicated to the cause of heritage rail. Whether it's high-quality events, maintaining a strong relationship with regulatory bodies, or dealing with government consultations - this is the team that makes it happen.
Chief Executive - Steve Oates
Steve actively promotes and protects the interests of heritage railways to government, the rail regulator, the media and other bodies.
Policy and Communications Manager - Mark Pearce
Mark is an experienced communications and public affairs professional, with simultaneous extensive knowledge of the heritage railway sector.
Membership and Business Development Manager - Jo Silsbury
Jo brings a wealth of experience in corporate fundraising, business development, and partnership building to the Heritage Railway Association.
Sponsorship and Marketing Executive - Linda Roberts
Linda has worked across many varied technical industries in global sales and marketing, from medical laser technologies to the world of oil and gas before taking an interest in heritage railways.
Personal Assistant to the Chief Executive - Jasmine Wayland
Jasmine brings a wealth of experience to her role as Personal Assistant to the Chief Executive at the Heritage Railway Association.
