Programme Coordinator

Emma Sims

Emma coordinates Cockpit’s business development programmes, supporting makers to establish and grow their practices. Before joining Cockpit Emma worked in energy efficiency, facilitating programmes building dialogue and networks between European Member States. Drawing on her background in energy, Emma is Cockpit’s Green Champion.

Other members of cockpit

CEO

Annie Warburton

Annie joined Cockpit as Chief Executive in 2018. Previously Creative Director at the Crafts Council, she has 20 years’ experience as a cultural leader and social entrepreneur.

Head of Marketing & Digital

Amy Cooper-Wright

Amy joined Cockpit in 2023, bringing over 15 years experience as a creative producer, graphic designer and visual storyteller.

Projects Coordinator

Maxine Clark

Maxine coordinates Cockpit’s awards, careers and young people’s programmes. She holds an MA in contemporary craft and is a Weston Jerwood Creative Fellow.

Head of Business Incubation

David Crump

David leads our team of business coaches and trainers. He designs our in-house programme of business support and one-to-one coaching and leads Cockpit’s international consultancy service.