David van der Velde

David Van der Velde is an experienced professional with a diverse background in social impact and programme management. Currently serving as Programme Manager at the Living Wage Foundation, David focuses on building a network of accredited Real Living Wage employers in the North East. As a Consultant/Trainer with Including Men since 2012, David advocates for male inclusion in various services, while also holding the position of Director at Civinet, which tests innovative approaches for social impact. David has previously held roles such as Development Manager at Society Matters CIC, Commercial Director at Land Digital, and Managing Director at Consult and Design International, demonstrating a strong commitment to ethical practices and digital transformation. Additionally, David has experience in supporting families and children through past roles at Children North East and has complemented professional expertise with educational qualifications in Community Organising, Mental Health Counseling, and Economics.