I have developed an expertise in enterprise and business support mainly through the projects I have undertaken as a consultant. Examples of projects I have delivered in this area include:
Step Change support for Catalyst, Stockton
Mentoring support for social enterprises in Stockton-on-Tees on behalf of Catalyst Stockton and the Local Authority (Stockton Borough Council).
‘What Works’ Seminar programme for the Institute of Local Governance
A series of research seminars on economic development policy issues and effective interventions, on behalf of the Institute of Local Governance.
Rural Growth Network
Supporting the Rural Growth Network for the North East to design and plan a set of support services for rural businesses and social enterprises.
Developing an enterprise support strategy for Northumberland
A fundamental review of enterprise support services in Northumberland on behalf of the County Council, and development of a proposed approach to maximise the impact of scarce resources.
Corporate Planning for Arch, Northumberland
Support in developing a new Corporate Plan for the economic development functions of Arch, the Development Company for Northumberland during the initial phases of the creation of the company.