Neil Walshaw Email & Phone Number

Hyde Park, Leeds

In this role, I served as an expert in overseeing and managing public sector accounts in the North of England. My primary goal was to ensure reliable services while strengthening community relationships through digital engagement projects via Commonplace. By doing so, I contributed to the development of local plans that align with community needs and preferences.Summary of achievements:• Managed public sector accounts in the North of England, ensuring smooth and efficient… Show more In this role, I served as an expert in overseeing and managing public sector accounts in the North of England. My primary goal was to ensure reliable services while strengthening community relationships through digital engagement projects via Commonplace. By doing so, I contributed to the development of local plans that align with community needs and preferences.Summary of achievements:• Managed public sector accounts in the North of England, ensuring smooth and efficient operations.• Spearheaded digital engagement projects on Commonplace to enhance community relationships.• Played a pivotal role in executing local transport schemes to optimize accessibility and mobility.• Actively engaged in democratic participation initiatives to promote transparency and trust in public sector decision-making. Show less

Leeds, England, United Kingdom

In this role, I led policy development for various city activities. I chaired and founded the Climate Emergency Advisory Committee while serving as the Chair of the Development Plan Panel simultaneously. My goal was to improve residents' quality of life through informed and forward-thinking solutions, supporting effective policies, collaboration, and education on climate emergencies. I provided vital input and oversight for planning processes in Leeds, aligning growth with the Council's vision.… Show more In this role, I led policy development for various city activities. I chaired and founded the Climate Emergency Advisory Committee while serving as the Chair of the Development Plan Panel simultaneously. My goal was to improve residents' quality of life through informed and forward-thinking solutions, supporting effective policies, collaboration, and education on climate emergencies. I provided vital input and oversight for planning processes in Leeds, aligning growth with the Council's vision. My extensive knowledge of UK planning and development controls was instrumental in achieving balanced growth and environmental sustainability. I ensured that city policies adhered to environmental standards and safety regulations, all while establishing and leading community groups that fostered unity and resilience among diverse members.Summary of Roles and Contributions:• Guaranteed effective addressing of community concerns and needs as an elected ward councillor.• Headed a community development charity for over a decade, promoting improved living conditions and increased access to resources.• Facilitated the development of a climate emergency-focused Local Plan review, garnering widespread praise.• Collaborated with national government bodies and local government colleagues, enhancing Leeds' position in the region.• Established the innovative Climate Emergency Advisory Committee (CEAC) as a hub for generating ideas and overseeing projects. Show less

Leeds, England, United Kingdom

At the end of a parenting career break I took a six month contract working as a business efficiency consultant with Cameron, a manufacturer of deep sea equipment as part of a project assessing procurement and operational costs. The objective was to bring automotive sector 'lean sigma six' methodologies into the company as a response to emerging competitors in China and India. My key activities were cost database development and reporting, liaising with suppliers and reporting/presenting to… Show more At the end of a parenting career break I took a six month contract working as a business efficiency consultant with Cameron, a manufacturer of deep sea equipment as part of a project assessing procurement and operational costs. The objective was to bring automotive sector 'lean sigma six' methodologies into the company as a response to emerging competitors in China and India. My key activities were cost database development and reporting, liaising with suppliers and reporting/presenting to senior managers. Show less

During my tenure, I led a significant transport scheme evaluation, offering crucial insights to improve transportation efficiency. I transitioned from lead analyst to project manager, overseeing various transport projects, including road user charging schemes and urban rapid transit projects. I ensured their successful execution. I managed diverse projects, from major scheme appraisal to urban regeneration initiatives, contributing to the organization's regional development efforts.Key… Show more During my tenure, I led a significant transport scheme evaluation, offering crucial insights to improve transportation efficiency. I transitioned from lead analyst to project manager, overseeing various transport projects, including road user charging schemes and urban rapid transit projects. I ensured their successful execution. I managed diverse projects, from major scheme appraisal to urban regeneration initiatives, contributing to the organization's regional development efforts.Key Contributions:Led a key transport scheme evaluation for enhanced transportation efficiency.Managed a diverse portfolio of transportation projects, including road user charging and urban transit.Transitioned from lead analyst to project manager for successful project execution.Contributed to policy assessment for sustainable urban regeneration projects.Managed various transportation projects, facilitating regional development contributions. Show less

Leeds, England, United Kingdom

As the Transport Planner, I contributed to urban regeneration projects in the north of England, enhancing community livability. I played a pivotal role in improving local transport plans, ensuring sustainable transportation. Additionally, I collaborated on rapid transit projects, making travel faster and more convenient.Key Achievements:Enhanced urban regeneration in the north of England.Improved local transport plans for sustainability.Collaborated on rapid transit for faster… Show more As the Transport Planner, I contributed to urban regeneration projects in the north of England, enhancing community livability. I played a pivotal role in improving local transport plans, ensuring sustainable transportation. Additionally, I collaborated on rapid transit projects, making travel faster and more convenient.Key Achievements:Enhanced urban regeneration in the north of England.Improved local transport plans for sustainability.Collaborated on rapid transit for faster travel.Actively participated in urban regeneration projects. Show less