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With over 25 years of leadership experience across public, private, and third sector roles, I have a proven track record in driving growth and development. Subsequent to my involvement in securing inward investment from Thales in 2018, I successfully secured a role to spearhead the development and expansion of the Thales Ebbw Vale Campus. To date, I have led the team in delivering two regeneration catalyst projects in South East Wales - the NDEC and ResilientWorks. Moreover, I have played a crucial role in establishing the campus as the Thales Global R&D Centre for Security and Resilience in Cyber Physical Systems. Significant experience of representing the business and delivering a global vision to both internal and external senior stakeholders. My deep-rooted passion lies in maximizing opportunities to foster business growth and development within the vibrant landscape of Wales and for the betterment of its communities.Experienced leader across public, private and third sector organisations. Demonstrable experience within Human Resources, local and regional Regeneration and Economic Development, Business Management and Business Development. Skilled in People Management, Business Planning, Performance Management, Customer Service, Sustainability and Strategic Planning.

Listed skills include Public Sector, Economic Development, Sustainability, Business Strategy, and 8 others.