Iain retired as Detective Superintendent in the Police Force after completing thirty years' service. He is now the director of a company providing leadership and governance training and support services to schools, colleges and local academies.

Iain brings an extensive experience, developed over twenty years as a governor in educational institutions, at both primary and secondary levels. Iain brings a detailed understanding of the responsibilities of governance at both school and multi academy trust levels, and he is accredited by the Department for Education as a National Leader of Governance.

Appointed by - Academy Members 

Appointed from - 1 April 2011 

David retired from HSBC Bank plc in 2014 after a career of over 40 years in banking. He has worked in locations throughout Devon and Cornwall and in his final role was a Relationship Manager based in the Commercial Centre in Plymouth. His responsibilities included the management of a portfolio of businesses with an annual sales turnover of up to £30 million. 

David first joined the Governing Body of Ivybridge Community College and then became a founding member of the Ivybridge Academy Trust. Following the growth of the Trust into WeST he stepped down from the board but has remained a member. 

David is a director of Plymouth Energy Community Renewables Ltd and Ernesettle Community Solar Limited both part of Plymouth Energy Community a charity aiming to alleviate energy poverty and provide community benefit in the Plymouth area.

Appointed by - Original (signatory) Members

Appointed from - 1 November 2011

Appointed by - Academy Members 

Appointed from - 10 September 2018 

Michael Saltern has previously served in the WeST local tier of Governance and as a Trustee. 

Michael served as a Higher Executive Officer in the MOD and has now retired from the Civil Service. He was previously a District Councillor for 18 years and held major portfolios on the Council’s Executive. Michael is currently chair of the Overview and Scrutiny Panel. Michael has been a Director and Chair within the DCH Group. He is currently an advisor to the Police and Crime Commissioner. 

Michael brings a wealth of strategic leadership and governance experience from the public and private sector.

Appointed by - Members

Date of appointment - 3 January 2023
 

Appointed by - Original (signatory) Members

Appointed from - 1 April 2011