Jacqueline was born on the Island and grew up here, the daughter of successful hoteliers in Sandown. She still lives nearby in Lake, where some of the best family friendly beaches are to be found!



After a year in France, she studied History at university and then worked briefly at Isle of Wight Radio before moving to London and a career in Public Relations. Her final role was managing the PR for Historic Royal Palaces, which was a wonderful job that encompassed selling TV series, including those ‘behind the scenes’, alongside building film location work and, of course, managing a variety of media and press coverage, which appeared across the world. She had a leading role in the roll out of a commercial rebranding, was well versed in crisis management and has since used her varied experience to advise a number of charities here and abroad.

She is currently Chair of the IW branch of the Historical Association, which indulges her passion for the abundant history and heritage on the Island. Additionally she sits on the board of Creative Island, the cultural development agency for the Isle of Wight. Finally, she trained as a forest school leader and believes all children benefit hugely from independent play and learning outside in the fresh air. She hopes wellies and walking boots will continue to be a key part of her uniform this year.

Jacqueline is passionate about the many advantages of living on this gorgeous Island and proud of all we do from here. She is very keen to support young Islanders achieving their goals and will spend her year building connections and sharing contacts to ensure our young people have the maximum chance of realising their enormous potential.

If you can help with this, please contact her:
iwhighsheriff@gmail.com