Helga is director of Fierce Earth which runs the annual Fierce festival. She is a graduate in French and Drama and also a qualified lawyer, being a former Associate at Wragge & Co. Helga’s drama training included studies in directing and the teaching of speech, dramatic art and public speaking. She is an adjudicator for a number of regional debating competitions for local schools and on the voluntary Board of management of Geese Theatre. In addition to her legal skills, Helga has particular expertise in professional services marketing, presentation skills training and meeting facilitation.