The Northern Housing Consortium represents the views of housing organisations in the North of England. We are a membership organisation made up of local authorities, ALMOs and associations that provide social housing for tenants. Not only does the NHC bring its members together to share ideas, we represent their interests and ensure they are heard at a regional and national government level.The NHC is delighted to have members based outside of the North as, while we have a Northern approach to policy and public affairs, we know practical approaches to realising efficiencies and demonstrating value for money is not geographically restricted.In addition to representing the views of housing organisations in the North of England, the Northern Housing Consortium also has a strong commercial arm, Consortium Procurement.With a portfolio of over 400 members across the whole of the UK, we have provided public sector bodies with a compliant and trusted route to buy services for nearly 30 years.

Non-executive member of Kirklees Council Homes & Neighbourhoods Improvement Board.

Co-Founder & 50% of the Barndoors & Banjos football podcast. All views personal.From James and James (aka James Squared), comes a different kind of football podcast.There’s no results. And there’s no league tables. Just two blokes talking football nonsense around evergreen football topics. Plus, the nostalgia series, such as Tournamental (revisiting tournaments of the past) and interview series including ‘Behind The’; interviewing former players, managers, media, agents, commercial directors and anyone else involved in the beautiful game.

I am a volunteer NSPCC Business Advocate for the North East, championing, sharing and supporting the NSPCC’s vital fundraising efforts in the region by:- Exploring opportunities to connect businesses and/or individuals who are interested in making a tangible difference to the lives of children and young people with the NSPCC.- Acting as an ambassador for the NSPCC, championing its work and raising awareness.- Providing business and sectoral insight and advice to the regional corporate partnerships team.

The BMC is the independent voice of the B2B marketing industry. It is a not-for-profit group run by B2B marketers for B2B marketers guiding, strengthening, and renewing the B2B marketing profession providing event, networking, and mentoring support for B2B marketers.We are building up the Club's membership, honing its propositions, and growing the network out from London to Newcastle, East Midlands, South-West and North-West.

Precept is a brand performance business that creates more value from your identity, digital and marketing activity.Notable achievements- Securing major strategic partnerships with national organisations.- Introduction of a client care and development programme.- Development of structured sales funnel and weighted pipeline approach.- Presenting, facilitating & building the quarterly Precept Presents business panel events.- Creating & hosting the quarterly Friends of Precept business dinners.- Introduction & management of a quarterly delivery budget.- Development of KPI suite with owner & FD to improve business data analysis.Key responsibilities- Business vision: work with owner & FD to develop medium & long-term growth plans- Management meetings: provide lead, structure, content & delivery for all aspects- Budgeting: managing all areas of budgeting income & targeting for the business alongside the owner & FD- Client acquisition, retention & development.- Building the Precept corporate & stakeholder networks.- Strategic partnerships: creation & formation of beneficial relationships with national organisations.- Building the data: development of data suite to measure performance on an ongoing basis.

NGI Solutions is an insight-led research & marketing agency.Notable achievements- Built the business from inception to a £0.5m t/o within three years- Developed a UK-wide client base- Introduction of structured sales funnel and weighted pipeline approach- Managed introduction & integration of CRM/sales IT system.Key responsibilities- Business vision: development of brand positioning, messaging and identification of key audiences- Board meetings: structure, content and management of delivery for all aspects- Budgeting: managed all areas of budgeting & targeting for the business- Client acquisition, retention & development.

At the start of January 2013, I took on an enhanced role at Press Ahead which incorporated all aspects of the previous role detailed below (Senior Account Manager), in addition to a range of other managerial responsibilities.Notable achievements- Delivering financial targets; across 2013 and 2014 targeted revenue was exceeded by 52%, with total revenue of £1.7 million secured.- Day-to-day management of the Marketing & Advertising team (including recruitment, key tasks and reviews).- Annual business plan collation for Marketing & Advertising.- Client liaison and account direction/project management in all the above the line, media buying, event management, promotions and creative related matters.- Acting as the champion and co-ordinator of business development across the whole business.- Management and delivery of market research and insight projects.- Working with the Managing Director in relation to financial management of the business.

Press Ahead is an award winning marketing, media and PR consultancy, with a broad client base. My role is managing specific client marketing projects and campaigns for a range of clients, alongside new business development.Responsibilities / achievementsCampaign management: Managing the delivery, monitoring, collation of content and evaluation of targeted marketing campaigns across both traditional and new media outlets including press, TV, radio, online, outdoor and ambient media.Market research: Delivering and managing market research and customer insight projects adding both strategic and bottom line value to clients. Business development: Tender/pitch submissions, development of lead generation and acquisition of new business through use and enhancement of existing network of contacts.Event organisation: Responsibility for the organisation and delivery of bespoke client events. Business strategy, planning and communications: Developing marketing and communication audits / plans, involving workshops, interviews and desk research developing key strategy outcomes and actionable business goals.Copywriting and PR: Producing copy for press releases, blogs, websites, brochures and event invitations, either as part of ongoing projects or as stand-alone items.

Ward Hadaway solicitors are one of the largest legal firms in the North, employing almost 400 personnel across offices in Newcastle, Leeds and Manchester. Responsibilities / achievements:- Successful introduction of strategic, targeted business marketing plans. - Introduction of a budget system to effectively manage the marketing budget.- Delivering a regular seminar programme for teams across the firm.- Development and implementation of the firm’s e-marketing programme, including an e-marketing design tool and assistance with the firm’s initial work in the area of SEO.- Successful management of the firm brand through a full evaluation programme and the subsequent introduction of revised styles.- Day-to-day management of the marketing team, which included recruitment, plus ongoing development through key tasks and appraisal process. - Organisation and execution of an ongoing cross-selling initiative across the firm. - Production of press releases and liaison with media when covering for PR Manager role.- Bespoke corporate hospitality and events, including the annual ‘Fastest 50’ business event.- Management and presentation of the firm-wide marketing induction process for all personnel. - Development and execution of marketing plans in relation to the opening of the Leeds office.

Newcastle Chronicle and Journal is a newspaper and on-line publisher, part of the national Trinity Mirror plc group.Responsibilities / achievements:- Managed a full range of sales support services including client presentations and media brochures. - Delivered innovative campaign support to the advertising department.- Analysed field research from readership and lifestyle surveys for use in advertising sales support activity and strategic planning. - Managed and recruited the regional marketing team. - Developed and delivered marketing training for 200 advertising sales staff.

The AIA is one of the five major organisations in the UK to offer a professional accountancy qualification. Responsibilities / achievements:- Increasing student membership during this period by 150%.- Introduction of several successful award schemes in Hong Kong and Malaysia.- Project management and delivery of a full restructure of the company web site.- Completion of several promotional visits to Hong Kong and Cyprus.- Successful transition as the Year 2K project co-ordinator.