Michael Keighley

Michael Keighley is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in health and social care management. Currently serving as a Special Advisor at the Care Quality Commission since June 2018 and as a Member of the Board of Trustees at SGCA since October 2020, Michael also operates as a Specialist Advisor in a self-employed capacity since July 2017. Previously, Michael held the position of CEO at Meath Epilepsy Charity from July 2010 to July 2017, where a strong focus on service user involvement contributed to an 'Outstanding' CQC rating. Additional roles include Operations Director at Active Care Partnerships between June 2008 and March 2010, Director of Business Development at West of England School and College from October 2007 to June 2008, and leadership positions in various charities and the NHS dating back to 1991. Michael's educational background traces back to Fulwood, Preston, from 1963 to 1968.