Randel has pioneered operational and commercial strategies for some of the world's leading studios and venues, including Universal Pictures, Endemol Shine, and Factory International where he helped launch Aviva Studios, the world-class music and arts venue in the heart of Manchester. As Managing Director of SXSW (South by Southwest) London, he played a pivotal role in bringing the world’s leading creative and technology thought leadership event to the capital. He is currently Vice President of London Tech Week, one of the world's most influential technology festivals. Randel recently completed his Master’s in Sustainability Leadership at the University of Cambridge. He is a Trustee of BBC Children in Need and Chair of BBI (Black British Initiative), supporting young people in realising their ambitions through education and opportunity.
On his appointment Randel Bryan said:
“Punchdrunk Enrichment does something truly remarkable — it puts young people at the centre of the story, quite literally. Through immersive theatre and storytelling, it reaches children who may not believe they have a voice and shows them they do. That unlocks something profound: curiosity, creativity, a sense of possibility. I’ve seen what happens when a young person discovers they can be the star of their own show — it changes everything. I can’t wait to help support and grow the charity’s ambitions, because every child’s imagination, given the right stage, really can go on to change the world.”
Our Artistic Director Steve McCourt, said:
“We’re thrilled to welcome Randel Bryan to Punchdrunk Enrichment as Chair. Randel’s history of innovation, collaboration and community speaks to the heart of what we do. I’m looking forward to working closely with him and the board, as we embark on our next journey; one that will reinvent immersive theatre once more for audiences in our home in Brent, nationally and internationally.
On behalf of everyone at Punchdrunk Enrichment I’d also like to say an enormous thanks to our current Chair Ben Connah for the time, wisdom and support he has given. He has played a major role in helping to a make a stronger and more ambitious future for the charity.”
Randel will begin in this role from Wednesday 15th July when our interim Chair Ben Connah steps down.
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