External Member

Carol McCormack OBE

Previously a governor of Exeter College before the Exeter and North Devon Colleges Group was formed.

Carol McCormack retired as a partner and Head of Projects and Infrastructure at Michelmores LLP in October 2024 having been a partner there for 20 years . Whilst at Michelmores she worked nationally whilst based in Devon. Carol worked in the City at a major law firm for 20 years before relocating to Devon . Carol has been retained as a Senior Consultant by Michelmores.

Carol is highly experienced property and construction projects and joint ventures. She has acted for major public sector bodies in a wide range of sectors including health and education. Following completing a number of high profile transactions Carol was awarded the OBE for legal services to HM Treasury and the Home Office in recognition of her exceptional commitment to the delivery of legal services.

Carol has a small holding of pigs and Highland cattle.