Kristina Preston

With over 10 years of recruitment experience at every level across the education and skills sectors, Kristina is skilled in the appointment of roles covering the design, development, delivery and quality assurance of educational products and services in awarding organisations, AAOs and professional membership bodies. She leads the partnership with the Federation of Awarding Bodies as their Platinum Supplier of executive search, recruitment, and board development services.

Kristina enjoys the camaraderie, collaboration, innovation, determination, and passion of the sectors she supports and advocates for this niche area of the UK and worldwide education system. She recognizes the far-reaching impact of awarding and skills qualifications at all levels, raising aspirations and helping people access life-changing qualifications and training.

Outside of work, Kristina recently became a mother and enjoys family travel. After 15 years as a competitive cheerleader, she serves as a Non-Executive Director on the board of SportCheer England, working toward official sport recognition. Kristina is also learning Polish to connect with her heritage and is an avid Aston Villa fan.