Alison Meachem possesses extensive experience in project and programme management across various sectors, including education, local government, and consultancy. Currently serving as Interim Head of Access & Sufficiency at North Northamptonshire Council, Alison has played a pivotal role in managing large-scale capital programmes and multi-disciplinary teams. Previous roles include Non Executive Director at Ramsay Maunder Ltd, where Alison contributed to engineering software development and risk management, and Capital Project Manager at the University of Plymouth, overseeing a significant capital investment plan. Alison has also held interim management positions at the Education and Skills Funding Agency and Cornwall Council, focusing on school creation and business transformation, respectively. An academic background includes a BA (Hons) in Cultural Studies & 20th Century History from Middlesex University.