Kate Holford
Building Manager

Kate joined Many Studios as the Building Manager in February 2023. She oversees the studio membership, building maintenance, hires, and communications. She takes a person-centred approach to supporting the creative community at Many Studios. She also enjoys being embedded in the physicality of the building and its position in Glasgow’s east end. She has previously worked in a number of curatorial and community-focused roles, including as Art Director of Stillpoint Magazine.

Outside of Many Studios, Kate practices as an artist and writer.

Kate’s normal working hours are:
Tuesday - Friday, 9am - 5pm

Natalia Palombo
Founding Director

Natalia was the Managing Director of Many Studios from 2015-2021 and curator of The Gallow Gate - an onsite public programme at Many Studios. Natalia was Director of Deveron Projects, a socially-engaged arts organisation in North East Scotland, until early 2024 and now works freelance, supporting organisations across creative and business strategy and production.

Alongside her voluntary directorship, Natalia works with Many Studios in a freelance capacity - overseeing finances and fundraising, and project managing Cumberland Street Station, Many Studios’ ambitious new project in the Gorbals.

Becca Thomas
Founding Director

Becca shares her invaluable experience in business operations and financial management to ensure the smooth-running of the organisation.

During the day, Becca is Creative Director & Architect at New Practice, she brings this experience to supporting our Building Manager with maintenance and future planning for our creative hub.

Marc Cairns
Founding Director

Marc provides crucial support to the organisation drawing on his experience in defining and delivering key research projects for cultural organisations, local authorities and art projects in the public realm.

In his day job, Marc is Managing Director at New Practice.