Julian Bird

Julian Bird is the Chief Operating Officer for Tate, leading the day-to-day operations of the Tate group.  This includes all the front-of-house visitor services, estates, collection care, resources (Human Resources, Information Systems, Legal and Finance) and business planning.  He also oversees Tate’s large commercial operations within Tate Enterprises Ltd, which include substantial publishing, retail and catering operations.
Prior to joining Tate, Julian spent 9 years at the Financial Services Authority, joining upon its inception.  Before the FSA, Julian worked at the Bank of England, and also worked in various arts and entertainment companies.
Outside of Tate, Julian is also involved in several other charities.  He is one of the trustees of the Yvonne Arnaud Theatre in Guildford, chairing the main working sub-committee of the board, and is an advisor to the Southwold & Aldeburgh Summer Theatres.  He is also a trustee of the De La Warr Pavilion in Bexhill-on-Sea.