UNLOCKING THE NORTHERN POWERHOUSE

摘要

Andrew Falmer took up the role as chief executive of North of England Excellence (NoEE) in October last year, succeeding David Teale, who stood down after eight years in the post. Palmer's role is two-pronged. Firstly, he is responsible for leading NoEE through a transformational period. To achieve this he will focus on strategic direction, member engagement and developing partnerships across the north. Secondly, his role is to raise the profile of NoEE through lobbying. He wants to demonstrate how businesses within the 'Northern Powerhouse' - chancellor George Osborne's vision for a collective force to rival London and the south-east - can show they are truly effective and efficient, delivering first class products and services. Palmer faces an exciting challenge and it is one that quality professionals throughout the UK and overseas will follow with interest.