The Income Curator - Cultural sector Lucy Woodridge

Curating Income Through Experiences

Income & Audiences

Commercial consultancy and coaching for ambitious people in the cultural sector

Hello, I'm Lucy.

I'm a consultant and coach with over a decade of senior leadership experience in the cultural sector - at the Natural History Museum, Imperial War Museums, and UNICEF UK, among others.

I work with ambitious organisations and the people leading them across museums, galleries, heritage sites and cultural venues - helping them create experiences that grow audiences, generate income, and make better use of what they already have.

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Ready to change the way your organisation approaches income generation?

Great Work Starts Here

Ways to work with me

I offer two ways of working, depending on whether you're looking for support at an organisational level or space to focus on your own professional development.

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Consultancy

For organisations, I work alongside leaders and teams to review existing offers, explore new opportunities, and shape strategies that feel achievable and true to your organisation.

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Coaching

For individuals and teams I create space for reflection, problem-solving and growth - helping people lead more confidently, collaborate more effectively, and navigate the challenges that come with working in complex cultural organisations.

Commercial Solutions

About me

From national museums to smaller cultural venues, I've spent over a decade leading commercial programmes that build long-term audience relationships while delivering strong financial results. I've built and led large, multi-disciplinary teams who have gone on to generate significant income - including over £6m at Imperial War Museums and £1m annually at the Natural History Museum.

I bring strategic thinking, practical delivery, and people-centred leadership, shaped by real experience inside complex organisations. Today, through coaching and consultancy, I work with cultural leaders and teams who want to think differently, make confident decisions, and achieve sustainable growth.

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Lucy Woodridge Consultant and business coach for commercial people in the cultural sector
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Blog

Ideas and reflections for people navigating income, audiences, and change in the cultural sector.

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How to Spot “Money Can’t Buy” Experiences in Museums and Cultural Venues
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Evaluating Event Feedback: How to Gather Insight and Improve Your Events
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Download your free guide!

Every cultural venue relies on cross-organisational support to get big projects off the ground. This is why stakeholder buy-in is crucial for success. I have spent years honing the art of gaining support, even from the most sceptical colleagues.

In this guide, I share my top tips for gaining buy-in from the key stakeholders who will make your event a huge success.