Nigel Grinstead is co-founder and CEO of Open Junction. A highly experienced, hands-on specialist with an impressive track record, Nigel has an unrivalled depth of understanding of the nature and complexities of the sector. He has been instrumental in forming and developing many GP organisations around the country including GP Provider Organisations, Federations and Super Practices and is widely acknowledged as being the expert in the field. Heading up a highly experienced team, Nigel… Show more Nigel Grinstead is co-founder and CEO of Open Junction. A highly experienced, hands-on specialist with an impressive track record, Nigel has an unrivalled depth of understanding of the nature and complexities of the sector. He has been instrumental in forming and developing many GP organisations around the country including GP Provider Organisations, Federations and Super Practices and is widely acknowledged as being the expert in the field. Heading up a highly experienced team, Nigel leads on company formation, corporate governance, developing innovative pilot schemes, bid writing, negotiating with commissioners and nurturing collaborative working relationships with other providers. He also leads on market sector briefings to GPs, LMCs, CCGs, Trusts and private companies and regularly hosts and speaks at national conferences. Show less

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About Health was established in 2008 and was one of the first organisations to provide primary care services under contract to the NHS in line with the recent reforms. About Health evolved from a highly successful consultancy business that for many years worked with NHS organisations around the country on a diverse range of projects including practice dispute resolution, organisational development, mentoring NHS leaders and providing targeted learning and development programmes.… Show more About Health was established in 2008 and was one of the first organisations to provide primary care services under contract to the NHS in line with the recent reforms. About Health evolved from a highly successful consultancy business that for many years worked with NHS organisations around the country on a diverse range of projects including practice dispute resolution, organisational development, mentoring NHS leaders and providing targeted learning and development programmes. We have an unrivalled mix of experience in the clinical, health and care sectors as well as the business environment and we have a substantive track record of operating in this sector.About Health offers a unique blend of providing services under contract to the NHS, supporting and developing clinician-led provider organisations. Our provider organisation currently delivers services in the North West and the South East and each service has very high satisfaction ratings from both patients and commissioning bodies. We have strong foundations in both clinical and corporate governance and were one of the first provider organisations to gain CQC registration. Our team also provides a comprehensive range of business and operational support to both new and established clinician led provider groups nationwide. Our services include facilitating initial discussions between clinicians, providing workshops to understand the commissioning agenda and what it means for you, forming legal entities (both for profit and not for profit), strategic and operational planning, support to write and win tenders, interim management and mentoring, HR support to operate and develop quality services. Show less

Innovative consultancy specialising in education, training and development in the health and care sector. Developed and delivered programmes on leadership, organisational development and improving team performance to many NHS organisations throughout the UK. Facilitated and chaired many national and international conferences and events including the European Presidency Finance Ministers' Meeting. Maintained close links with Department of Health, Welsh Government and Cabinet Office contributing… Show more Innovative consultancy specialising in education, training and development in the health and care sector. Developed and delivered programmes on leadership, organisational development and improving team performance to many NHS organisations throughout the UK. Facilitated and chaired many national and international conferences and events including the European Presidency Finance Ministers' Meeting. Maintained close links with Department of Health, Welsh Government and Cabinet Office contributing to workshops and policy making at the highest levels. Directed sustained organisational growth and development to achieve multi-million pound turnover and subsequent sale to major investor. Led the turnaround team for a major Welsh hospital and community service achieved Sunday Times Best Hospital of the Year Award. Show less

Implemented a pioneering programme of worldwide quality improvement in BA reporting directly to senior management. this programme resulted in significant improvements in customer services and is acknowledged to be a direct contributor to BA turnaround. The programme was subsequently copied in many other leading companies throughout the UK and the world.