Today marks a significant milestone for me – 14 years since I launched my consultancy business! It’s been an incredible journey, and I’m proud of the impact I’ve been able to make in economic development for cities, regions, and local areas. My career in numbers speaks volumes:

• 31 years of experience in economic development, including 15 years in consultancy, 12 years in the public sector, and 4 years in postgraduate research.
• 6 Senior Executive positions at organisations like the Centre for Cities, London Development Agency, and East of England Development Agency.
• Managed budgets of up to £25 million.
• Led 25 local/regional economic strategies and 46 sector, innovation, or industry studies since 1998.
• Supported 18 funding bids, helping to secure over £300 million since 1998.

Clients seek me out for my:

• Breadth and depth of knowledge in economic development, growth, enterprise, innovation, and skills.
• Actual experience working in and with government and public sector organisations.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to write high-impact reports.
• Approachable, professional, and collegiate approach.
• Trusted presence in meetings with leaders.

I’ve had the privilege of working on outstanding projects, including:

• Crafting the North of Tyne Combined Authority Green Jobs Strategy and Action Plan.
• Profiling Emergent Markets in the North East for the North East LEP.
• Reviewing enterprise growth and FDI support for the Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Combined Authority.
• Leading a public inquiry into the growth prospects of the London Stansted Cambridge Corridor, which was rebranded as the UK Innovation Corridor.
• Contributing to a report on how to improve funding for local growth for the Local Government Association.

Future direction

I’m continuing my consultancy and advisory work, and in particular looking to help in the next generation of Local Skills Improvement Plans – see our offer at http://www.lsip.net

In parallel, I’m launching Economic Development World in Autumn – a new community of practice and learning for local and regional economic development professionals.

If you’re looking for a seasoned economic development and regeneration professional with a proven track record of successful leadership, delivery, and insights – who is easy to work with, get’s things done and can work with senior execs and council leaders – let’s connect – contact me via https://www.linkedin.com/in/glennathey/ or on the contact form at the bottom of this page.

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