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Danny Fontana

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Head of Innovation Communications & Engagement and Technical Writing Lead, Group Technology at Barclays
📍 Manchester Area, United Kingdom

Danny is an award-winning communication and engagement leader, currently at Barclays, with a history of building high-performing teams in diverse sectors like nuclear energy and education. He holds a BA from The University of Manchester and is described by colleagues as professional, creative, and highly collaborative.

He is a values-driven professional passionate about the benefits of an engaged workforce and the power of in-person human interaction for collective problem-solving. He pursues continuous development, recently completing certifications in team building and resilience.

He has the unique experience of building an entire communications function from the ground up for a large education group.

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Experience
20 Years
Current Role
Head of Innovation Communications & Engagement and Technical Writing Lead, Group Technology
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
Manchester Area, United Kingdom
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Workforce Engagement
He is passionate about the positive impact of an engaged workforce and has designed multiple engagement strategies to deliver on ambitious transformation plans.
Change Communications
A core part of his expertise, he is sought after for his ability to translate complex business requirements into compelling campaigns that excite employees.
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Career

Work history

4-2019
Head of Innovation Communications & Engagement and Technical Writing Lead, Group Technology
Barclays
8-2018 - 4-2019
Communication and Engagement consultant
Self-employed
8-2018 - 4-2019
Managing Director
Danny Fontana Communications Ltd
6-2017 - 7-2018
Head of Internal Communication and Engagement, National Nuclear Laboratory
National Nuclear Laboratory
3-2015 - 6-2017
Head of Communications
LTE group
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Education
1999 - 2002
BA
The University of Manchester
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