Alan has been involved in Apprenticeships since 1986. He has had many roles in the private, voluntary and public sector. He headed up the Apprenticeship Service in the North East of England and was a member of the senior management team at the National Apprenticeship Service. He passionately believes that apprenticeships when delivered will make a huge difference for both Employers and Individuals. Alan now supports the North East Apprenticeship Ambassador Network in promoting Apprenticeships to both Employers and Individuals across the region.

I am Charlie Gresswell the Co-Chair of the Apprenticeship Ambassador Network East Midlands. I am a former Level 6 apprentice in Food Technology which I completed with Samworth Brothers. Since, I have taken my next career steps and now work as a Technical Assistant at SGS. I have mentored apprentices and have been heavily involved with apprenticeships through my employer and the Apprenticeship Ambassador Network. I look forward to reading about all the great achievements the apprentices have made, and thank everyone for their applications. Good Luck!