I am Charlie Gresswell the Apprentice Chair of the East Midlands Apprenticeship Ambassador Network. I am a former Level 6 Degree apprentice in Food Technology which I completed in 2022. I am a huge advocate for apprenticeships and have been to various school and careers events to speak about apprenticeships and their benefits. Since finishing my studies, I have taken my next career steps and now work as a Group Quality Coordinator at Chaucer Foods. I have mentored apprentices and have been heavily involved with apprenticeships through the Apprenticeship Ambassador Network for over 4 years. I look forward to reading about all the great achievements the apprentices have made, and thank everyone for their fantastic applications. Good Luck!
Jean Mountain is a local business woman running several businesses since 1985.
Jean Co-founded the very successful Enterprising Women network in 1996.
Jean was President of the East Midlands Chamber in 2016/2017.
Jean won the Nottinghamshire live Business Woman of the Year in 2021.
Jean currently owns and runs The Dressing Room in Mansfield Woodhouse, a ladies boutique selling such brands as Joe Browns, Malissa J and Alice Collins.
Fardad plays an instrumental role in realising the council's vision for a prosperous and sustainable future for business. Through the Economic Transition Plan, supported by the Growth, Infrastructure, and Development team, the council focuses on business support, skill enhancement, visitor economy revitalisation, transport infrastructure, digital connectivity, and strategic asset/place development. This collaborative effort aims to drive sustainable growth, create jobs, and enhance overall well-being in Nottinghamshire.
Bobby Ramsay is the Principal Consultant at Lumi & Lumiere. A true trailblazer in the apprenticeship and EDI sectors, with extensive experience shaping policies, designing innovative programs, and driving accessibility. As a member of the Apprenticeship Ambassadors Network and co-founder of initiatives like the Apprenticeship Decent Wage Pledge, the Science Apprentices Forum and Chair of the Strategic Board for Skills Advancement, Bobby has championed diverse talent pathways across multiple industries. A dedicated advocate for inclusion, he co-vice-chaired the Apprenticeship Diversity Champions Network, achieved 8 Princess Royal Training Awards and inspiring equitable opportunities nationwide. As England’s most awarded Apprenticeship specialist, his legacy reflects resilience, creativity, and a profound impact on workforce development and social change.
Martin's career began with an Advanced Apprenticeship in Electrical Engineering with British Coal over 35 years ago. 14 years in coal mining saw a career path of apprentice, electrician, supervisor, shift engineer and through to colliery engineer.
In 1994 he took up the position of Technical Director at Lindhurst Engineering progressing to Managing Director in 2000, a position I still currently hold.
During his time at Lindhurst I have overseen the growth of the business (a 5 fold increase in turnover between 1999 and 2008) and diversification from servicing the coal mining sector to multiple market sectors (construction, utilities, power generation, transport and low carbon)
His personal growth journey ignited my interest in coaching and mentoring as the result of the positive experience I have had being coached and mentored. In 2014 my experience as a business leader saw me receive requests to coach other SME business leaders and was the start of my career as a coach.
Critical friend and confidant to business owners and company Directors. I’m the ear you’ve been looking for.
An experienced Director with a history of working at senior levels within the higher education sector. Peter is highly entrepreneurial with strong leadership skills and a track record in Project Management, Change Management, Economic and Community Development, Stakeholder Engagement, Event Management, and Instructional Design. A strong professional with a PhD focused in Visitor Attraction Management from Manchester Metropolitan University.
