I am a successful strategic leader who is adept at working with a wide spectrum of people, from service users to politicians and senior policy makers. My approach is one that focusses on forging and maintaining strong partnerships to ensure they can deliver on mutual goals and aspirations. I was a local government Chief Executive for seven years with a professional background in education (Head Teacher), children's services (DCS) and people services (DASS). I have broad experience as a non executive director and trustee, including as Chair of Boards.I offer particular strengths in:- strategic leadership including corporate governance, strategy, business planning, negotiation- integrated working, the political interface and stakeholder management- children’s services, education and other people services- blending physical, social and economic regeneration for the benefit of local communities- building, maintaining and reviewing effective partnerships I thrive on the challenge of improving the culture and ethos of organisations, helping them to understand how they meet their customers’ needs and make a positive difference to people's lives.
Listed skills include Local Government, Public Sector, Community Engagement, Stakeholder Engagement, and 7 others.