Howard Sykes

Howard has a wealth of experience from both the private and public sectors. He ran his family business and was involved in both the manufacture and retail aspects of the food industry.

He worked in public relations and marketing, providing direct support to a range of private companies and organisations. These were as diverse as property developers, a hygiene products manufacturer and a UK distribution company.

He is the former Chief Executive of a not for profit organisation delivering a range of services including distance support, mentoring and training to both local government and the voluntary sector.

Howard has an in depth knowledge of UK local government, especially in the areas of regeneration and environment.

He was a key part of the team that campaigned and lobbied to change UK Sunday trading laws in the early 1990s. This involved working directly with the senior management teams of Britain’s major retailers.

Howard has trained in Africa on behalf of the Westminster Foundation for Democracy.