Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Society Welcomes Matthew Cooke to the Board of Trustees

Cookies on our website

Liverpool Philharmonic has updated its cookie policy. We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website. This includes cookies from third party social media websites. Such third party cookies may track your use on our website. If you continue without changing your settings, we'll assume that you are happy to receive all cookies. However, you can change your cookie settings at any time.

Continue Change settings Privacy Policy

Join Our Mailing List

Be the first to know about concerts at Liverpool Philharmonic Hall and receive exclusive email offers on music you love!

Home
News
Press Releases
Royal Liverpool...

In this section

Back

Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Society Welcomes Matthew Cooke to the Board of Trustees

Monday 24 March 2025

The Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Society has confirmed the appointment of Matthew Cooke to its Board of Trustees.

With a career that has spanned strategic leadership in corporate communications and marketing, the voluntary and private sectors and local government, Matthew Cooke brings a wealth of experience that will further enrich Liverpool Philharmonic’s mission to support and promote music in Liverpool and beyond.

Currently serving as the Global Director of Communications and Marketing, Financial Services at the international consultancy firm McKinsey & Company, Matthew has deep experience leading teams across the globe responsible for reputation, driving internal and external communications, publishing and events, and leading multi-channel marketing campaigns.

Matthew is a graduate of the Royal Academy of Music where he studied Classical Viola, Music Theory and History. He previously served for six years as the Chair of Trustees of the Alexandra Palace and Park Charitable Trust and trading company, and for eight years as an elected local government councillor for in the North London Borough of Haringey.

Matthew’s background in communications, public service and passion for music will contribute to the diverse experience set in the Board of Trustees and will be invaluable to Liverpool Philharmonic as it continues to develop and strengthen its cultural programming and outreach.

On his appointment, Matthew said: "The Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Society has a well-deserved reputation for the deep and positive contribution of its many programmes to the benefit of the people of Liverpool, with an outstanding orchestra as the jewel in its crown. The opportunity to learn an instrument and experience ensemble playing as teenager was transformational to my own life chances. Helping ensure Liverpool Philharmonic’s continued success in driving economic and cultural vibrancy in the city, opportunities for its young people, and bringing world-class music-making to audiences in the region and from across the UK and beyond is an honour.”