Graeme McDonaldManaging Director < Speakers < Previous Next > Graeme McDonald Managing Director Solace and Solace In Business Graeme McDonald is Managing Director of Solace and Solace In Business and is responsible for the overall strategic direction and management of the organisation. Prior to joining Solace Graeme has spent over fifteen years working in local government. He has worked for London Borough, Metropolitan and District councils; his final role was as the Director of Policy and Performance at the London Borough of Ealing. He also has experience in roles within social care, housing and environmental services, as well… Show More

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Our dedicated site for Solace's flagship event for local government & public sector professionals, the Solace Summit. Find out more about the 2025 line-up including our speakers, sessions & socials. 16–17 October, 2025 The Royal Armouries, Leeds Buy Tickets Solace Summit, the pinnacle of local authority leadership events, will return! Experience two days of insight, innovation, and connection in the heart of Leeds—a city known for its rich heritage, dynamic economy, and forward-thinking spirit. 2024 FEATURED 3 DAYS OF LEARNING, 40+ SPEAKERS AND SO MUCH MORE. Meet The Speakers of 2025 Hear from experienced leaders who bring real insight and fresh thinking from across the sector. Our speakers are respected experts, known for their practical knowledge, honest perspectives, and thoughtful ideas. View All Speakers Joanna Key Director General for Regeneration, Housing & Planning MHCLG Diksha Vyas Head of Digital Change and Service Improvement, Bracknell Forest Council Solace AMPlify programme with E-Quality, supported by the LGA Kathryn Rees Executive Director Corporate and Support Services, Stockport Metropolitan Borough Council Stockport Council Darius Toomer Head of Agilisys Software Agilysis Margherita Sica Product Manager Agilysis Lemn Sissay OBE FRSL Playwright, memoirist, performer and broadcaster 1 2 3 4 5 1 ... 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 ... 9 PARTNERS We extend our heartfelt gratitude to our esteemed partners. Their continued support enhances the experience for all our attendees and, by extension, helps improve the lives of people in our wider communities. We are eager to recognise and applaud their pivotal role in shaping the success of this event. 1 2 3 1 ... 1 2 3 ... 3 View All Partners LEEDS CALLING Don't miss the future of local government. Speakers

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2025 Speakers From seasoned public sector leaders to fresh voices shaping the future, Solace Summit 2025 brings together the thinkers and doers driving change across local government. Expect real-world insights, bold ideas, and candid conversations—all designed to help you lead with purpose, act with confidence, and deliver lasting impact. Explore the full programme. More speakers to be added in the coming weeks! Stay tuned to this page for updates. Joanna Key Director General for Regeneration, Housing & Planning Read More Diksha Vyas Head of Digital Change and Service Improvement, Bracknell Forest Council Read More Kathryn Rees Executive Director Corporate and Support Services, Stockport Metropolitan Borough Council Read More Darius Toomer Head of Agilisys Software Read More Margherita Sica Product Manager Read More Lemn Sissay OBE FRSL Playwright, memoirist, performer and broadcaster Read More Robin Tuddenham Solace President & Chief Executive at Calderdale Metropolitan Borough Council Read More

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