Ethan Blackwood
Chief Operating Officer, Model Britain
Ethan Blackwood is the Chief Operating Officer of Model Britain, responsible for overseeing all day-to-day operations, construction delivery, staffing, and guest experience systems across the attraction. With over 15 years of experience in large-scale project management, logistics and operational leadership, Ethan brings precision and reliability to one of the most complex visitor attractions ever built in the United Kingdom.
Before joining Model Britain, Ethan led multi-disciplinary teams across the engineering and transport sectors. His background includes the successful delivery of infrastructure rollouts and public access venues, giving him the tools to manage tight timelines, complex supply chains and high-stakes safety environments. Ethan is known for his clear communication style, methodical planning and ability to execute large operations at scale.
At Model Britain, Ethan plays a pivotal role in translating creative ambition into structured reality. From procurement to construction phasing, health and safety compliance to internal workflows, he ensures the attraction’s physical and human systems are built to world-class standards. His focus is on operational excellence and long-term sustainability, both financially and environmentally.
Ethan works closely with the CEO and executive board to align Model Britain’s strategic goals with its practical execution. His leadership ensures that every part of the experience, from construction milestones to visitor flow, is optimised to deliver extraordinary outcomes for guests, staff and sponsors alike.
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The individual appointed to this position has requested temporary anonymity while they fulfil their current employment obligations. Their full identity and credentials will be disclosed upon their official commencement with Model Britain.
The individual appointed to this position has requested temporary anonymity while they fulfil their current employment obligations. Their full identity and credentials will be disclosed upon their official commencement with Model Britain.
