Neil McKechnie

Neil McKechnie is an experienced professional with a strong background in commercial management, commissioning, and quality assurance within the social care sector. Currently serving as Contracts, Commissioning & Quality Manager at West Dunbartonshire Council since December 2022, Neil focuses on delivering high-quality social care services. In addition, Neil holds the role of Commercial Associate at Mind Of My Own, facilitating contracts and business structures for an organization committed to amplifying the voices of care-experienced children. As a Director at Helping You Thrive Consulting Limited and previously associated with the Coalition of Care and Support Providers in Scotland, Neil advocates for the interests of third sector social care providers. Neil's prior experience includes significant roles at organizations such as Quarriers and Common Thread Group, where responsibilities included commercial management, procurement, and support for executive management. Neil earned an LLB in Law from Strathclyde University.