We are pleased to share with you an update on our newest trustees, who join Wasps’ Board this month.
Kayleigh Sarah McGuiness is a visual artist with studio space at The Briggait. Her installation work is inspired by the heritage, materiality and landscapes that define her Scottish and Gaelic ancestral culture.
On starting as a Wasps trustee, Kayleigh said: ‘I’m really looking forward to supporting the team to build on the strength of the arts programme and help shape a more connected organisation that places greater emphasis on the core practical needs of artists. As a practising visual artist and current studio holder, I bring lived insight and ideas to the table. I also run my own non-profit social enterprise, so I’m keen to both contribute and learn, particularly around how larger organisations operate and how they can continue to evolve in ways that are meaningful and responsive to the artists they exist to serve.’
David Stewart is a property and compliance professional with 15 years of experience spanning housing, asset management and building standards across public, private and academic sectors. His is currently the Operations Manager for Building Compliance at Heriot-Watt University in Edinburgh.
David has said of his becoming a trustee, ‘I was drawn to the Wasps Board because I am passionate about how buildings function, evolve and support the people that use them. I believe that creative spaces are vital to cultural and community life, and I’m committed to ensuring they are safe, efficient, and sustainable. I’m particularly motivated by the challenge of helping Wasps achieve its net zero ambitions by 2045—through practical improvements, long-term planning, and innovative estate management that enhances both performance and accessibility.’
