Penny Evans is one of the founding members of Knowle West Media Centre (KWMC).  Evans provides leadership and co-ordinates a multi faceted, innovative programme, planning strategically to develop programmes that respond to future need.

Evans currently leads on the strategic development of KWMC The Factory a digital fabrication design and prototype micro-manufacturing hub and makerspace. A site for new modes of manufacturing, circular economy and sustainable materials through to new skills, product development and business models.

A co-investigator and collaborator on many academic research projects with Universities and programmes with government agencies, European partners, public sector and business.

Evans is a Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts.