Partnership Board
World Trade Centre Hull & Humber has been developed with a number of partner organisations, all of which are represented on our Partnership Board:
Chair- Tony Howard, Director of Economic Development, Hull Forward.
Hull Forward is Hull’s Economic Development Company, with the ambition of being the catalyst that transforms Hull into a global economic player. Launched in April 2008, Hull Foward builds on the success of Hull Citybuild which was named Regeneration Organisation of the Year in 2007.
www.hullforward.co.uk
Paul Bell, Economic Development Manager, East Riding of Yorkshire Council.
The East Riding of Yorkshire Council plays a full part in the local community and is committed to providing efficient, effective and quality services for the benefit of everyone in the East Riding. The Council’s biggest priority is to tackle the issues that are most important to local residents.
www.eastriding.gov.uk
Ian Kelly, Chief Executive, Hull & Humber Chamber of Commerce
The Hull and Humber Chamber of Commerce is one of 57 Accredited Chambers of Commerce across the UK which in turn is part of a global network of Chambers across the world. The Chamber promotes business and commerce across the Humber region.
www.hull-humber-chamber.co.uk
Steve Fleming, Group Manager- Knowledge Economy, Hull City Council
Hull City Council is responsible for the ‘well-being’ of the city. The Council delivers a diverse range of services including: education, housing, planning, highways, social services, libraries, leisure, waste collection and disposal. Job creation, inward investment, business development and economic regeneration are key areas of activity.
www.hullcc.gov.uk
Mick King, Executive Team Leader, Humber Economic Partnership
The Humber Economic Partnership is the public private strategic partnership for economic development and regeneration in the Humber sub region.
www.humberep.co.uk
Phil Glover, Economic Development Manager, North East Lincolnshire Council
North East Lincolnshire Council’s goal is to create a better quality of life for all its residents by targeting key areas such as healthcare, education, housing and job creation. In addition to serving local people it is also charged with attracting visitors and investment to the area.
www.nelincs.gov.uk
Lesley Potts, Head of Resources, North Lincolnshire Council
North Lincolnshire Council is a modern council that aims to innovate, provide good value and respond to local needs. The Council is responsible for imaginative projects that make North Lincolnshire an even better place to live, work and visit.
www.northlincs.gov.uk
Mark Robson, International Trade Director, UK Trade & Investment
Positioned to encourage trade internationally, UKTI has staff in every major city in the world and deliver services in the Hull & Humber city region through Business Link Humber, allowing access to a wide range of business advice and support.
www.uktradeinvest.gov.uk
Professor Barry Winn, Pro-Vice Chancellor Research and Enterprise, University of Hull
One of the most innovative and best performing universities in the country, The University of Hull also offers businesses access to some of the most advanced skill and knowledge available.
www.hull.ac.uk/business
John Millar, International Trade Manager, Yorkshire Forward
Yorkshire Forward is the Regional Development Agency charged with improving the Yorkshire and Humber economy. Our 270,000 businesses contribute to an economy worth in excess of £75.2 billion, while over 5 million people mean this region ranks alongside countries including Ireland, Greece, Norway and Singapore.
www.yorkshire-forward.com