Programme and Project Director with over 20 years’ experience within the public and private sectors; a strong focus within Defence and Secure Environments. Having a demonstrable career delivering Portfolios, Programmes and Projects in the UK and Globally. Always maintaining visibility , a hands on approach, leading by example, a trusted colleague and a mentor to junior staff. Always striving to be “better than the day before”.A forward looking and strategic thinker, highly proactive, approachable, possessing excellent communication skills, the ability to influence at all levels within an organisation and build trusted relationships. At all times being a champion and driver of collaboration and transparency (key values), both internally and externally. Having been accountable for budgets that are of significant scale within highly complex, highly regulated , security or politically focused operational environments. Someone who is skilled and well versed in the engagement and management of complex client and stakeholder environments, including cross organisational boundaries, to achieve strategic objectives, outcomes or outputs and proactively managing change. Passionate about delivery and driven by success and the achievements that are derived through the promotion and development of a strong team ethos and a culture of continuous improvement. Technically, commercially, and financially astute and a promoter of change who remains flexible in their approach, embraces new ways of working and the adoption of innovation.