E107 – Anette Ollerearnshaw: Head of Projects, Facilities & Operations – Royal College of Music

Season 2 of the Wear Many Hats podcast continues with a unique story from the cultural heart of London.

We sit down with Anette Ollerearnshaw, Head of Projects, Facilities & Operations at the Royal College of Music, to explore her journey from early career challenges to leading the estates strategy for one of the world’s most prestigious conservatoires.

Anette shares what it means to balance historic preservation with modern performance needs, the complexities of managing iconic spaces, and how leadership in a cultural setting requires a different mindset.

From heritage and sustainability to the future of learning environments, this episode shines a light on the people and vision behind the stage.