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Phil Batty OBE has a diverse background in the events and culture industry, with experience in various leadership roles. Currently serving as Chief Commercial Officer at NEWSUBSTANCE and SKYMAGIC Drone Shows, and also as Board Trustee and Chair of the Programme & Engagement Sub-committee at Bradford 2025 UK City of Culture. With past experience as Chief Operating Officer at Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games and Executive Director at UNBOXED: Creativity in the UK, Phil brings a wealth of knowledge in managing large-scale events. Additionally, Phil has served in roles such as Marketing and Communications Director at London Borough of Waltham Forest, Chief Operating Officer at The WOW Foundation, and Director of Public Engagement at Hull UK City of Culture 2017.