Throughout my career in local government and as a business consultant I have honed my skills as an adaptable and responsive change agent. The focus for me has always been on stakeholder and community engagement and the positive impacts that can be achieved when these are leveraged, collaboratively. I align my approach and values very much with the Sage brand archetype, I believe in the power of knowledge and the importance of educating and empowerment using real data. To be effective it’s not just about dispensing advice from on high - it's also about fostering meaningful connections and building trust. That's why I always take a collaborative approach to my work, seeking to understand the unique needs and perspectives of each client and stakeholder. By building strong relationships based on mutual respect and understanding, I believe that we can create more effective and sustainable communities.I’m not afraid to challenge conventional wisdom or rethink outdated assumptions, that’s why co-founding GoCollaborate and building a powerful online consultation platform is critical for the modern age — we need to be accessible and hear all voices if the ambitions of the “levelling up” agenda are to be truly realised. I’m looking to connect with people who share a desire for knowledge, collaboration and adaptability in building stronger, local, communities.