Andrew Roberts is awarded fellowship in recognition of services to Further Education.
The managing director of Bury-headquartered technology solutions specialist Avoira, Dr. Andrew Roberts, has been made a fellow of the Chartered Institution for Further Education.
Dr. Roberts, who is the longstanding chair of governors at Bolton College, received the accolade in recognition of his services to the further education sector.
The award acknowledged his contribution to promoting technical education and skills in line with the CIFE’s own mission to highlight the excellence of further education and skills training providers within its membership.
His fellowship was conferred by the CIFE’s chair, Lord Lingfield, at a special ceremony hosted at the historic Apothecaries’ Hall in the City of London.
Acknowledging Dr Roberts’ award, Lord Lingfield said: “On behalf of the Chartered Institution for Further Education, I was delighted to confer its Fellowship on Dr Andrew Roberts. This recognition acknowledges the significant service Andrew has given to Further Education, most especially, as a governor and Chair of Bolton College since 2011
“In 2015 he steered the College successfully through a merger with the University of Bolton to achieve greater financial security for the organisation and enhanced outcomes and opportunities for learners.
“He continues to be an advocate for apprenticeships and a generous contributor of his substantial governance experience via several FE groups for the benefit of the wider sector.”
