Andrew Beattie – assistant director, operations and engagement

Andrew has 20 years’ experience working with businesses across the social economy to tell their stories. He has worked nationally and internationally, helping connect people with ideas and build networks. 

He is a founding team member of the Kindred team, working as membership lead from 2020-2024. He’s also co-dean of micro-granting organisation Awesome Liverpool, which has given monthly £500 grants to support grassroots projects in Liverpool since 2013.

Andrew leads on our engagement with members, local and national stakeholders. He is responsible for our peer-to-peer support, shared learning and resources amongst members and with partner organisations, our directory of STOs, member events and ensuring that we remain STO-led.

He also manages operations, Kindred’s HR and our delivery.