Alan Smith

Alan Smith is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in growth and regeneration initiatives across various councils and organizations. Currently serving as the Head of Growth Programmes at Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council, Alan Smith leads the design and execution of strategic transport and low carbon programs. Previously, Alan Smith was a Regeneration Programme Manager at Stoke-on-Trent City Council, focusing on masterplan implementation. As Regional Director for Groundwork UK, responsibilities included overseeing multiple regeneration companies in the East Midlands. Other roles include Executive Director at Groundwork Stoke-on-Trent, National Programmes Manager for Groundwork UK, and Programmes Manager at IT Transport Ltd, where Alan Smith specialized in transport planning in developing regions. Education includes a Post Graduate Diploma in Renewable Energy Systems Technology from Loughborough University, an MBA from Warwick Business School, and a BSc (Hons) in Mechanical Engineering from Coventry University.