Gareth Knight is an accomplished political strategist and communications expert with extensive experience in election analysis and grassroots campaigning. As Director of van der Knight since July 2018, Gareth has formalized service offerings in political strategy, community liaison, and stakeholder engagement, emphasizing hands-on grassroots communications. Simultaneously, Gareth leads VDK Research, a consultancy specializing in political insights, established in response to client demand for expert analysis. With over a decade of experience as LBC's Elections Analyst and Commentator, Gareth has provided in-depth analysis during numerous elections, collaborating with notable broadcasting figures. Previous roles include Regional Director for Vote Leave in London during the Brexit campaign, interim positions within Heathrow's public affairs and crisis communications teams during the London 2012 Olympics, and consulting for the Local Government Association, focusing on cross-party relationships and voter engagement initiatives. Gareth holds a BA (Hons) in Politics from the University of York.
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