Heather is a play advocate, educator and a marketer currently General Manager , Edx Education UK. She has lived and worked all around the world in Australia, Singapore, UAE and now the UK with her family. Heather completed her Masters in Business & Technology and originally trained as an elementary teacher. Right now she enjoys working with a team to develop educational toys for children to spark their imagination and learn from one another. Currently hosts a podcast: ‘Play, Learn & Create with Edx Education’ Education is evolving in the unconventional time join Heather Welch, sharing knowledge on play and the importance of play. Heather has written many play articles and advice around the world, Edx Education have a play blog on the website, podcast, games & videos and free downloadable resources. Experienced Marketing and Business Development Executive with a demonstrated history of working in the retail consumer goods industry, (educational toys/resources) developing distribution networks, evolving brands with e-commerce. Skilled in Marketing, Business Planning, Event Management, Team Building, and Commercial revenue.