
Lisa Lines
@lisalines
Programme manager at Enterprise Oxfordshire who designed and delivered an £8M national investment programme.
What I'm looking for
At Enterprise Oxfordshire, I designed and delivered an £8M national investment programme with the UK government, targeting national economic inactivity. I shaped the project, developed its financial profile and procurement activity, and oversaw delivery against budget and scope.
At Oxentia Global Innovation Consultancy, I directed entrepreneurship and innovation acceleration programmes and led the programme management team. I also developed and delivered entrepreneurial training and mentoring for innovators and startups addressing social and economic challenges.
At Oxfordshire Local Enterprise Partnership, I led UK and EU/ERDF projects supporting SME development, managing budgets totaling £5M. I directed three concurrent programmes and maintained 100% audit compliance for UK and ERDF requirements.
I'm an APM PMQ-qualified programme management professional, and I volunteer as a startup mentor and workshop facilitator at Bird Incubator. I support startups with pitch development, presentation skills, and storytelling.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Startup Mentor
Bird Incubator
Jul 2026 - Present (3 months)
Served as a voluntary pro bono mentor and workshop facilitator for a startup incubation programme, delivering 1:1 entrepreneurial support focused on pitch development and storytelling.
Programme Lead
Enterprise Oxfordshire
Jun 2025 - Jun 2026 (1 year)
Designed and delivered an £8M national investment programme in partnership with the UK government, managing concept design, financial profile, and public procurement. Oversaw full delivery, monitoring budget and scope, and led stakeholder meetings.
Senior Programme Manager
Oxentia Global Innovation Consultancy
Oct 2021 - Apr 2025 (3 years 6 months)
Led the programme management team and directed delivery of entrepreneurship and innovation acceleration programmes. Managed scope, resourcing, budgets, and risks, and developed entrepreneurial training for startups.
Project Coordinator
Oxfordshire Local Enterprise Partnership
Sep 2020 - Sep 2021 (1 year)
Led delivery of multiple UK and EU/ERDF projects supporting SME development, managing budgets totaling £5M. Directed end-to-end project lifecycle and ensured 100% audit compliance.
Luxury Travel and Events Consultant
Humphreys of Henley
Sep 2019 - Sep 2020 (1 year)
Served as client service lead for VIP and corporate clients, managing pitches, budgets, and event execution. Managed marketing and social media campaigns to drive lead generation.
Senior Pilot Training Coordinator
VA Airline Training
Mar 2019 - Sep 2019 (6 months)
Managed the sales team to meet pilot trainee and revenue targets. Acted as account manager for airline partners and coordinated logistics for trade shows and events.
Programme Coordinator
Saïd Business School, University of Oxford
Aug 2017 - Feb 2019 (1 year 6 months)
Managed a client portfolio and coordinated the planning, logistics, and delivery of customised executive education programmes. Supported business development and mentored junior team members.
Pilot Training Coordinator
CAE Oxford Aviation Academy
Jun 2016 - Aug 2017 (1 year 2 months)
Processed pilot training enquiries, determined applicant eligibility, and scheduled assessment protocols. Managed open days and trade shows, and initiated an educational outreach programme.
Activity & Summer School Manager
d'Overbroeck's International College
Mar 2012 - Sep 2015 (3 years 6 months)
Managed the EFL International Study Centre, ensuring high standards of student welfare and documentation. Oversaw marketing, recruitment, and logistics for 30+ activities for 70 international students per week.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Association for Project Management
Project Management Qualification (PMQ), Project Management
Earned the Project Management Qualification (PMQ) from the Association for Project Management in 2023.
High School
High School Diploma / A Levels, English Literature and Language
Completed A Levels in English Literature and Language in 2010.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
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