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Dr Fran LongstaffHead of Psychology < Speakers < Previous Next > Dr Fran Longstaff Head of Psychology Fika Dr Fran Longstaff is Head of Psychology at Fika. She is a chartered Psychologist and registered Sport Psychologist. Prior to Fika, Fran worked in academia for 17 years, published in a range of journals and provided psychological support to teams, coaches and athletes in a range of high-performance environments. Fran is passionate about sharing her knowledge of performance psychology with workplace teams and individuals, so that they can be at their best more of the time.

Rouma HyeMarketing Manager < Speakers < Previous Next > Rouma Hye Marketing Manager CIPFA

< All sponsors CCLA Stand 11 www.ccla.co.uk CCLA is one of the leading investment managers for local authorities in the UK as well as the largest fund manager for charities in the UK for the past consecutive five years based on the number of charities invested with us (Charity Finance surveys). CCLA was named the Investment Week’s Sustainable Investment Fund Management Group of the Year for 2023 (AUM under £50bn) and Money Marketing’s Best ESG Provider for 2024. CCLA is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority.

Kath O'DwyerChief Executive < Speakers < Previous Next > Kath O'Dwyer Chief Executive St Helen’s Borough Council Kath joined St Helens Borough Council in March 2020 as Chief Executive. Prior to this she held the Chief Executive role in Cheshire East Council for 3½ years. Kath has worked in local government for most of her career (38+years), working in several North West local authorities including Lancashire, Rochdale, Knowsley, Halton, and Warrington councils. During this time Kath also worked as National Director in Ofsted and for 3 years was part of a government commissioned intervention team in Stoke-on… Show More

Asim AliVice-President of Sales < Speakers < Previous Next > Asim Ali Vice-President of Sales Granicus For almost 25 years, Asim has worked closely with Public Sector organisations, helping them use digital tools, technology, and consultancy to gain better outcomes for their customers, whilst creating significant internal efficiencies and cost-savings. Over the last decade, UK public sector bodies, have been under tremendous pressure to continue to provide services to their communities whilst having to make huge cuts to their budgets. Over 450 public sector agencies have turned to Granicus to help them to reach and… Show More

Rob WhitemanCBE, Chief Executive < Speakers < Previous Next > Rob Whiteman CBE, Chief Executive CIPFA Rob Whiteman is the Chief Executive of CIPFA, the Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy. CIPFA is the only professional accountancy body in the world exclusively dedicated to public finance, working with donors, partner governments, accountancy bodies and the public sector to advance public finance and support better public services. Rob was previously a senior civil servant in the Home Office as the Chief Executive of the UK Border Agency responsible for border security and immigration. Before that he… Show More

Kevin Sinfield CBEFormer Leeds Rhinos and England Rugby League Captain < Speakers < Previous Next > Kevin Sinfield CBE Former Leeds Rhinos and England Rugby League Captain Former captain of the Rhinos, Kevin Sinfield became the leading points scorer in the club’s history in 2012, leading the team to seven Championships. In 2004 he led the side to their first Grand Final victory and the first league title in 32 years. In 2005, he then lifted the World title. He was also recognised for his achievements by becoming the fourth Englishman ever to win the prestigious Rugby League Golden Boot. Fittingly in his 521st and final game for… Show More

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Gordon WilmottHead of Market for Public Services < Speakers < Previous Next > Gordon Wilmott Head of Market for Public Services Zurich Municipal Gordon Wilmott is Head of Market for Public Services at Zurich Municipal, where he leads the division in meeting the needs of its customers – local authorities from small parish councils to counties and everything in between. Providing tailored risk management and insurance solutions to support clients in maximising their impact and delivering for their communities. Gordon has also lead the division supporting the Third Sector in his time with Zurich Municipal. Prior to his roles in ZM, Gordons career… Show More

Abi GbagoChief Executive < Speakers < Previous Next > Abi Gbago Chief Executive London Borough of Newham Abi Gbago started as Newham Council’s permanent Chief Executive in September 2023. Abi has extensive experience including most recently as the Executive Director of Children and Education at Bristol City Council with responsibilities including community safety and employment, skills and learning. Working closely with Mayor of Bristol, cabinet members and the senior leadership team in one of the largest Core City Councils in the UK, she has been instrumental in developing and implementing a transformation programme to deliver improved services… Show More

Jon PriceExecutive Director - People, Adults, Health & Housing < Speakers < Previous Next > Jon Price Executive Director - People, Adults, Health & Housing Dorset Council Jon is an experienced Director of Adult Social Services who has worked across local government, health and the private sector. He has over 25 years’ experience working across the public sector and has delivered programmes of transformation and improvement across a range of Councils from London Boroughs to large rural unitary authorities and through integrated services with the NHS. Jon has extensive experience in building partnerships across the public, private and voluntary sectors at a systems level. In recent years he has… Show More

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