Important Announcement: Staffing Changes at Studio Cambridge
We are delighted to announce that our Head of Summer Camps, Edwina Warrington, has become Managing Director as Richard Mountford moves into a consultancy role. Edwina has been at Studio for 16 years and is well-known to our staff and many agents already. Her appointment creates continuity in the leadership and development of Studio Cambridge.
Edwina joined Studio in 2009, initially working in the Sales Team before moving to the operations side of the business to help run the mini-stay group programmes. She has worked as a Course Director at several summer camps, Head of Young Learners, and most recently Head of Summer Camps – overseeing the running of all of our summer camps for juniors. Edwina brings enthusiasm, drive and a detailed understanding of the school and we are confident that her experience and motivation will lead the school forward into an exciting new chapter.
As Edwina takes the reins , Richard Mountford will be stepping back from the day- to- day running of the school and transitioning into a part-time consultancy role within the business. Richard has devoted three decades to Studio Cambridge after starting in 1995 as a summer camp Course Director. He had previously taught English in Taiwan and Portugal, and run summer camps elsewhere in the UK. Richard worked as Head of Summer Camps and Operations Director before becoming Managing Director in 2018. Richard has also travelled extensively for the school in a sales capacity, and he was responsible for developing our strong presence in Turkey (which has led to numerous UED awards from the Turkish agents).
While Richard will be moving away from the daily running of the company, we’re thrilled that his expertise will remain part of Studio Cambridge and he will continue to offer his guidance and insights when needed as he supports us in his new position.
Edwina said “I’m honoured to step into this role at a school that has been a major part of my development personally and professionally. Throughout my career I have worked closely with Nicole and Richard and have learnt so much from their leadership and encouragement. I plan to bring their same energy and commitment whilst embracing any opportunities for us to grow and evolve. At Studio we have a strong sense of community, working together as one team to give our students the best possible experience. I’m confident that this ethos will remain at the heart of everything we do and I’m excited about what lies ahead.”
We are also bidding farewell to our Sales Director, Nicole Kennedy, at the end of January after 28 years at Studio Cambridge.
Since joining Studio in 1998, Nicole has been instrumental in shaping the development of the company, cultivating long-term agent relationships, mentoring staff and leading the team at Studio. Within just a few years of joining Studio, Nicole took on the role of Sales Director, with her extensive knowledge of every aspect of the school forming an essential part of the senior management team.
Nicole said: “Over the last 28 years at Studio, I’ve had the privilege and the pleasure to meet students, parents, agents and teachers from all over the world. I’ve learned new words and customs, tried new foods, laughed, cried and everything in between! To all the agents who’ve introduced me to their countries, their cities, their offices – and even in some cases, their homes – thank you for your hospitality and your warmth. To all the students who have enriched my life with their enthusiasm and vigour, thank you. I won’t miss the 3 am emergency calls, or the last-minute host family cancellations, but I will miss my wonderful colleagues at Studio, and all the amazing people working in this industry.”
Nicole has been a guiding force in our organisation and a trusted partner to hundreds of agents globally. Her expertise, compassion and exceptional work ethic have played a vital role in developing Studio Cambridge’s reputation as a greatly respected English language school. Her legacy will continue to influence Studio Cambridge for many years to come. We wish Nicole all the very best for her retirement.
We are delighted to announce the promotion of Cheryl Rumsey to the role of Sales Director. With 15 years’ experience in the Sales and Marketing Team at Studio Cambridge, Cheryl brings a wealth of expertise and understanding of the ELT sector, having overseen sales and marketing operations across a range of international markets. Over the years, she has developed strong relationships with many of our partners worldwide and her long-standing collaboration with Nicole places her in an excellent position to ensure a smooth and seamless transition.
Cheryl said: “Working with Nicole over the past 15 years has been a real pleasure. Her dedication, steady leadership and good humour have always been at the heart of our team, and I shall miss her enormously. I am honoured to take on the role of Sales Director and I am fully committed to building on the excellent work Nicole has led with such care and dedication. I look forward to continuing to nurture the strong relationships we have with our partners worldwide and to driving Studio Cambridge forward with the same passion and integrity that has been central to our success.”
Edwina said: “Cheryl has consistently demonstrated exceptional leadership within the sales team and her warmth and wealth of experience enable her to provide the very best service. Cheryl understands what our agents and students need from us and ensures that we deliver personal care and attention from the point of enquiring and enrolling, through to leaving the school. I want to reassure our partners and students that although Nicole will be missed, we remain the same team, with the same values, and we will look after you.”
From L to R: Richard Mountford, Nicole Kennedy, Edwina Warrington, Cheryl Rumsey