CJ Bedford currently serves as Chief People Officer at Eton Bridge Partners Ltd, focusing on embedding a high-performance culture within the executive search and consultancy space. Previous roles include Director of People and Performance at Wiser, where the emphasis was on aligning organizational culture with purpose. Extensive experience at Grant Thornton UK LLP encompassed positions in People Advisory, Diversity and Inclusion, and Trainee Experience, driving initiatives for talent retention and inclusive strategies. CJ Bedford has also held leadership and consulting roles at Kaplan UK, Inspirational Development Group, and Incite Management Consulting, alongside military leadership experience as an Artillery Officer in the British Army. Educational qualifications include a BA in Ancient History and Classics from the University of Warwick and a Post Graduate Diploma in Senior Leadership from The Open University.