ArtHouse Jersey has appointed legal and governance professional Rory Forrest to its Board of Trustees.
Mr Forrest has more than 15 years’ experience advising senior leadership teams across a range of industries, and is the founder and principal of FractionGC, a Jersey-based consultancy providing flexible, strategic legal support to growing businesses both locally and internationally.
Before launching FractionGC, he spent nearly a decade at law firm Mourant, where he most recently served as Chief Legal Officer.
The charity said Mr Forrest’s extensive experience at board level, combined with a practical understanding of operational leadership, equips him with a unique skill set that will directly benefit ArtHouse Jersey’s long-term governance and strategic ambitions.
He is also a lifelong musician and an advocate for the arts as a powerful force in community building and individual expression. He is particularly passionate about fostering creativity in young people, including his own children.
Mr Forrest said: “I’ve admired ArtHouse Jersey’s work for many years. The organisation plays a vital role in celebrating local talent, supporting creative innovation, and engaging the community through the arts.
“I’m honoured to join the board at such an exciting time in its journey and I look forward to supporting the team and continuing to champion the value of the arts in Island life.”
ArtHouse Jersey chair Sir Stephen Dalton added: “We are delighted that Rory is joining the charity.
“His professional expertise in legal affairs and governance brings real strength to our leadership at a time when strategic clarity and operational resilience are more important than ever.”
He continued: “Rory also brings something equally valuable, a heartfelt belief in the transformative power of the arts. His personal and professional values align beautifully with our mission.
“We’re confident that his contribution will help us grow as an organisation while remaining firmly rooted in the community we serve.”