Ravensbourne University London appoint new Vice Chancellor
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Ravensbourne University London is pleased to announce the appointment of Jonathan Kingsbury as the Vice Chancellor from the beginning of June 2025. This is after an extensive recruitment process, following the decision by current Vice Chancellor Andy Cook to retire after seven years at Ravensbourne.
Jon was, until recently, interim CEO of Innovate UK Business Connect, which among other initiatives, delivers the UK-wide Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) programme, connecting universities with business.
Jon has previously led teams at NESTA and held senior commissioning and production roles at the BBC and Channel 4 Television. He has a deep knowledge of the creative, technology and business disciplines in which Ravensbourne operates. Jon also already has a strong understanding of the university, as he served as a Governor and Deputy Chair between 2013 and 2021.
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Jon brings to Ravensbourne extensive connections with business and a passion for the university and is fully committed to the implementation of the growth strategy which we have recently introduced.”
Incoming Ravensbourne University London Vice Chancellor Jon Kingsbury said: “I am honoured to lead the university into its next chapter of success. In a world increasingly defined by the convergence of creativity, technology and business, Ravensbourne continues to be a powerful catalyst for innovation and opportunity.
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Our courses, talented staff and students, positioned at the heart of these dynamic fields, not only respond to the evolving demands of industry - they also shape its future success.”
The university looks forward to welcoming Jon Kingsbury to Ravensbourne to lead the institution to ongoing growth and success in its chosen markets.
