About Gwilym

Gwilym Gibbons FRSA is an experienced CEO, leader, producer, social enterprise grounded arts person and former park ranger. He has led various charities and social enterprises across the UK with periods of work within, private and the public sector: including the NHS and local government. Gwilym brings extensive experience of client-side management and leadership of large-scale complex capital building projects. He supports and understands the role of the Client alongside the architect and contractor as one of the three vital elements needed to deliver great fit-for-purpose buildings. Gwilym also has a passion for shaping organisations and teams in readiness to open new doors – ensuring all parts of the team are part of the journey.

Self-educated while growing up in communes throughout the UK, after two experimental years in school, Gwilym found his way into the arts through a youth arts project in Milton Keynes, beginning his career as a freelance drama and circus workshop leader, youth worker, playworker and street theatre performer. His commune roots, experience in community development, the arts, health improvement and community safety has all fed his passion to make positive lasting social impact.

Gwilym has over 20 years experienced in open-air festival and commercial venue (music, cinema and theatre) leadership with turnovers £7.5m+. He founded Creative Help Ltd in 2013.

Gwilym’s projects