Dan Gascoyne

Dan Gascoyne currently serves as the Chief Executive of Braintree District Council, where the focus is on advancing the Council’s vision for residents and businesses while ensuring effective service delivery. Previously, Gascoyne held various leadership roles at Colchester Borough Council, including Deputy Chief Executive and Chief Operating Officer, where significant contributions to climate sustainability and community collaboration were made. Experience also includes director roles at Colchester Amphora Trading Ltd. and the West London Alliance, as well as key positions within Essex County Council, where Gascoyne led public service reform initiatives resulting in substantial financial benefits. Gascoyne has a strong foundation in public service management, policy development, and stakeholder engagement across multiple governmental and organizational contexts.