Nick Poole
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# Nick Poole - Professional Profile & Advisory Services
Nick Poole is a prominent UK cultural and digital sector leader based in London, operating as Chief Executive of Ukie (the UK interactive entertainment association) whilst serving as Honorary Professor of Digital Culture at the University of Glasgow. His work spans the arts, libraries, museums and digital culture sectors.
As a sought-after thought leader and media commentator, Nick regularly appears on major broadcasting platforms including BBC Breakfast, Good Morning Britain, and Radio 5 Live, alongside contributing to prestigious publications such as The Telegraph, Guardian and Daily Mirror. His media presence reflects his expertise in cultural policy, digital transformation and creative industries strategy.
Nick's professional practice centres on executive leadership, strategic advisory work and cultural sector expertise. He brings over 20 years of experience in the charity, third sector and trade association leadership, combined with deep knowledge of digital culture and creative industries. His OBE recognition (2024) acknowledges significant contributions to arts, libraries and museums support.
What distinguishes Nick is his dual positioning as both practitioner and academic – combining real-world executive experience with scholarly credibility. He offers informed perspective on contemporary cultural challenges, digital innovation within heritage institutions, and creative sector development. His network spans broadcasting, publishing, academic and cultural institutions, making him valuable for strategic insight, media commentary and thought leadership across these interconnected sectors.
Nick Poole is a prominent UK cultural and digital sector leader based in London, operating as Chief Executive of Ukie (the UK interactive entertainment association) whilst serving as Honorary Professor of Digital Culture at the University of Glasgow. His work spans the arts, libraries, museums and digital culture sectors.
As a sought-after thought leader and media commentator, Nick regularly appears on major broadcasting platforms including BBC Breakfast, Good Morning Britain, and Radio 5 Live, alongside contributing to prestigious publications such as The Telegraph, Guardian and Daily Mirror. His media presence reflects his expertise in cultural policy, digital transformation and creative industries strategy.
Nick's professional practice centres on executive leadership, strategic advisory work and cultural sector expertise. He brings over 20 years of experience in the charity, third sector and trade association leadership, combined with deep knowledge of digital culture and creative industries. His OBE recognition (2024) acknowledges significant contributions to arts, libraries and museums support.
What distinguishes Nick is his dual positioning as both practitioner and academic – combining real-world executive experience with scholarly credibility. He offers informed perspective on contemporary cultural challenges, digital innovation within heritage institutions, and creative sector development. His network spans broadcasting, publishing, academic and cultural institutions, making him valuable for strategic insight, media commentary and thought leadership across these interconnected sectors.
Services offered
Media commentary and broadcastingStrategic advisory servicesPublic speaking and conference presentationsCultural sector expertise consultationDigital transformation guidanceArts and heritage sector consultationTrade association leadershipAcademic research and thought leadership