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Holly Payton-Lombardo

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Development Director at Tysers
📍 Newbury, England, United Kingdom

Holly Lombardo is a cultural sector leader with 25 years of experience, currently serving as Development Director at Tysers Live and Director of World Fringe. She specializes in providing insurance and risk solutions for the live events sector and connecting a global network of festivals. She is a graduate of The Manchester Metropolitan University.

Described by peers as reliable, warm, and a supportive leader, Holly is a dedicated community builder within the arts. She is a natural public speaker and passionate about fostering an environment that supports artists, colleagues, and audiences. She proudly identifies as a Dyslexic Thinker.

Unique fact: Holly is the founder of both the Brighton Fringe and World Fringe, a global network connecting over 300 festivals.

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Experience
22 Years
Current Role
Development Director
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
Newbury, England, United Kingdom
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Live Event Risk
As Development Director at Tysers Live, she specializes in tailored insurance and risk solutions for the festival, arts, and entertainment sectors.
Global Fringe Network
She founded and directs World Fringe, an association serving a global community of over 300 Fringe Festivals, artists, and industry professionals.
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Career

Work history

8-2025
Development Director
Tysers
1-2007
Managing Director - Founder
World Fringe
1-2004
Managing Director - Founder
WORLD FESTIVAL NETWORK LTD
3-2018 - 8-2025
Director
NATIONAL RURAL TOURING FORUM
3-2018 - 8-2025
Director
NATIONAL RURAL TOURING FORUM
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Education
9-1996 - 6-1999
Bachelor's degree
The Manchester Metropolitan University
1996 - 1999
Interactive Arts
The Manchester Metropolitan University
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