Jackie Potter, Chief Executive
Jackie is a chartered surveyor. Prior to joining Corridor Manchester, she worked at Blackpool Council. Here, she led the Council’s contribution to the physical and economic regeneration of Blackpool, working closely with ReBlackpool URC.
Jackie Potter, 0161 306 3389
Lesley Lomax, Head of Marketing
Lesley was previously Innovation Manager at Manchester: Knowledge Capital; prior to that, she was Business Development Manager at MIDAS, Manchester’s inward investment agency, where she worked on the BBC Move North project.
Lesley Lomax, 0161 238 4596
Peter Fell, Strategic Director
Peter is Director of Regional and Economic Affairs at The University of Manchester, leading the University’s day-to-day strategic partnership with Corridor Manchester. Peter works closely with Jackie to develop the strategic opportunities that enable the partnership to deliver its vision.
Peter Fell, 0161 275 5575. PA: Matthew Lenord
Neil Fountain, Consultant
Neil supports Jackie with the ongoing development of Corridor Manchester’s vision and operational plan. He takes particular responsibility for initiating action in key programme areas. Until 2006, Neil was CEO of MIDAS, and since then has helped many organisations develop strategies and improve management capabilities.
Neil Fountain, 07798 555 648
Steve Grant, Head of Workforce Planning and Skills
Steve has been seconded to Corridor Manchester from his role as Assistant Director of HR at The University of Manchester. Steve is responsible for Corridor Manchester’s local employment, skills and training strategy and programmes and develops partnerships with the universities and local service providers.
Steve Grant, 0161 275 5575. PA: Matthew Lenord
Lisa Ashurst, Public Relations Consultant
Lisa works closely with Lesley to help deliver public relations and communications activity for Corridor Manchester. Until October 08 Lisa spent six years as head of communications for property developer Urban Splash.
Lisa Ashurst, 0161 234 3729 / 238 4573
