News – Honorary Graduates
Introducing our Honorary Graduates In July 2017 we welcomed 11 new Honorary Graduates to the University of West London community. Each of these individuals has been recognised for their outstanding contribution to civic or cultural life, unrivalled business success or long-term support for the University’s work.
Left to right Andy Kemp, Carole Sharma, Caroline Redman Lusher, Daniel Adler, Edward Veale, Elaine Bowden, Errol Francis, Gareth Cadwallader, Luke Johnson, Tony Coad, Tony Matharu Andy Kemp Marketing Director at Bidvest Foodservice, Andy is passionate about diversity in the hospitality sector and is a campaigner for child nutrition. Carole Sharma A former CEO of the Federation of Drug and Alcohol Professionals, Carole has devoted her career to the field of drug and alcohol treatment since qualifying as a mental health nurse in 1982. Caroline Redman Lusher Founder of Rock Choir, Caroline has inspired 24,000 people to take up singing and has starred in a TV documentary series. She has also lent her vocal talents to several hit albums. Daniel Adler Manager of Lyceum Capital’s origination team whose role is to identify investment opportunities. Dan sits on the board of Briefing Media and Isotrak and is also a member of Lyceum’s Management Board and Investment Committee.
Edward Veale Music talents such as John Lennon, George Harrison, Eric Clapton and Pete Townshend all turned to Edward to design their studios in a career lasting decades. Today he helps young professionals who are also on a quest to build the perfect studio. Elaine Bowden Head of Education and Workforce Development at Health Education England, Elaine has devoted 30 years to public health services. Errol Francis Campaigner, writer, carer and consultant, Errol has campaigned on BME issues for years and contributed to mental health care advances in the criminal justice system. Gareth Cadwallader A successful investor, Gareth has served on the Learning and Skills Council and chairs the Tech Partnership’s Higher Education steering group for employers. In 2009 he was appointed to UWL’s Board of Governors, and has served as Deputy Chair since 2015.
Luke Johnson Former chairman of Channel 4, Luke also transformed Pizza Express into a highstreet favourite and has been Chairman of the Royal Society of Arts. Tony Coad A marketing expert and Honorary Lifetime Fellow of the Institute of Direct Marketing, Tony is a graduate of Slough College of Technology (later UWL), was on the University’s Board of Governors and now sits on the Alumni Board. Tony Matharu Founder of Grange Hotels, Tony’s portfolio of 18 hotels have won industry awards. A keen sports fan, he also assists vulnerable people affected by natural disasters via philanthropy.
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