The Whitaker Welcomes Thomson FM Consultants as one of our new Corporate Sponsors!
We are delighted to announce a brand-new corporate partnership at The Whitaker Museum & Art Gallery. Local specialists Thomson FM Consultants have officially joined us as a corporate sponsor, reinforcing their commitment to supporting the arts, culture, and heritage of the Rossendale Valley.
To mark the occasion, our Creative Director, Gaynor Seville, and Operations & Development Manager, Caroline Beardmore, met with Mark Whittaker from Thomson FM outside the museum to celebrate the start of this exciting collaboration and the opening night of the new Portraiture Exhibition featuring Jude Wainwright, Marge Bradshaw, Jamie Holman, Nahem Shoa, Amy Callaghan, Benyamin Hemmati and many more.
“Our Creative Director, Gaynor Seville, says ‘we are delighted Thomson FM Consultants have joined us as a sponsor. We value our local businesses and seek to partner and collaborate where possible with those businesses that connect with us. We are aligned in so many ways, in terms of our commitment to Rossendale, care for our communities and ambition to be one of the best small towns in Lancashire, attracting visitors and investment. I am proud to partner with Thomson FM Consultants and their support will enable us to continue to preserve our heritage and inspire people locally and beyond through our events and cultural programmes.”
A Personal Connection to Rossendale
For Mark Whittaker, Director at Thomson FM, this partnership is about much more than business—it’s about preserving a landmark that has shaped generations of local families.
“For many of us who have grown up in the Rossendale Valley, The Whitaker Museum and park hold a special place in our lives,” says Mark. “I visited regularly as a child, as have my own children when growing up.
The Whitaker is an important and highly valued cultural hub, with exciting plans for future exhibitions. We are delighted to support its continued success and to be associated with such a vital part of our community.”
Supporting the Future of The Whitaker
As a registered charity, support from the local business community is essential to our mission. Partnerships like this allow us to continue offering world-class contemporary art exhibitions, maintaining our historic collections, and providing a vibrant community space for everyone in the Valley to enjoy.
By investing in The Whitaker, Thomson FM is helping us ensure that future generations can enjoy the same “special place” that Mark remembers so fondly from his own childhood.
About Thomson FM
Based right here in the heart of Rossendale, Thomson FM is an award-winning, independent consultancy specialising in Facilities Management (FM) and life cycle cost consultancy.
Since 2003, they have provided expert strategic advice to a wide range of clients across the UK and beyond, from education and healthcare to commercial and public sectors. Their team is dedicated to delivering high-quality consultancy that adds real social value, making them a perfect fit for a partnership with The Whitaker.
Join Our Community of Supporters
We would like to extend a huge thank you to the whole team at Thomson FM for their support.
Are you a local business looking to make a social impact in Rossendale? We are always looking for passionate partners to help us grow. To learn more about our corporate sponsorship opportunities, please contact our Operations & Development Manager, Caroline Beardmore, at caroline@thewhitaker.org or call 01706 260785.
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