As the Managing Director of CapAir Systems, an SME manufacturer of PCBs, cable assemblies and box builder, I bring over 20 years of experience in turnaround, transformation, leadership, manufacturing and finance. I have a MA in History from the University of Cambridge, and I started my career at Deloitte, where I worked for nine years as a manager providing audit, tax and advice to owner managed businesses of all sizes and across various sectors. I then joined Marshall, a leading aerospace and defence company, where I held senior leadership roles in finance before moving into operations transformation to deliver significant cost savings, process improvements, and operational excellence through empowering teams. I then served as the Managing Director of CamdenBoss, a manufacturer of electronic components and enclosures, where I led the turnaround, growth and diversification of the business - predominantly during the pandemic! This involved a full restructure, full refresh of the company's strategy, establishment of an inclusive people culture, post acquisition integration, relocation of two businesses into one significantly larger site and investment in sustainable tech. I most recently spent 8 months supporting a socially-innovative independent training provider, Evolve Your Future, with their turnaround and transformation strategy. This gave me fascinating insight into the world of skills funding and policy - something which has been close to my heart from the other side of the fence as an employer.I am currently a member of the CPCA Business Board, and am pleased to use my learning from the skills sector by now serving as a Business Board representative on the Skills & Employment Committee. I am Chair of the Eastern Regional Productivity Forum, a board member of New Anglia LEP and Deputy Chair of NAAME, where I contribute to regional and national economic development and policy making. I have multiple skills in big four accounting, managerial finance, and financial planning, and I am passionate about maximising the potential of people, lean principles, innovation, and sustainability. I am driven by the mission of helping businesses achieve their full potential and create positive social and environmental impact. I value collaboration, diversity, and learning, and I seek to bring diverse perspectives and experiences to the team.