Philippine Nguyen

Philippine Nguyen is an experienced cultural leader currently serving as the Head of Cultural Programming for the London Borough of Waltham Forest since September 2023, focusing on cultural strategy development. As a Board Trustee at Bernie Grant Arts Centre since June 2024, Philippine also contributes to governance in the arts sector. From January 2019 to June 2024, Philippine held the position of Visiting Lecturer at Sciences Po, teaching a Master's course titled Culture in Global Cities. Previously, as Co-Founder and Executive Director of Art Night from January 2015 to December 2023, Philippine oversaw various aspects of a contemporary art festival. In addition, Philippine worked as Creative Enterprise Manager at Haringey Council from July 2019 to August 2023, supporting the local creative economy. Earlier roles included Co-Founder of Unlimited Productions, a consultant in political and corporate communications, and policy analyst positions at Canal+ and Lagardère. Philippine holds multiple degrees with distinction from prestigious institutions including Sciences Po and the University of Paris I: Panthéon-Sorbonne.