New Vice-Chair for GFirst LEP Board

Adam Starkey, Founder and CEO of Green Gourmet and GFirst LEP Board member, has been voted in as vice-chair of the GFirst Local Enterprise Partnership Board of Directors.

The Board of Directors is chaired by Dr Diane Savory OBE DL, who has held the position for five years. The GFirst LEP Board focuses on representing the business community, alongside the public, voluntary and education sectors across the county. The Board is represented by forward thinking leaders with a passion and commitment to Gloucestershire, helping GFirst LEP achieve its vision: "By 2022, Gloucestershire will be the county to have world class companies, a diverse business portfolio and a reputation for starting and growing great businesses."

Adam Starkey commented: “I am delighted to have this opportunity to do more to support the economic growth of Gloucestershire. Through working with GFirst LEP team, we can further develop our relationship with local organisations to promote Gloucestershire as a great place to do business.”

Dr Diane Savory OBE DL, Chair of GFirst LEP, commented: “It is fantastic to have someone as passionate as Adam about growing Gloucestershire’s business community, on our Board. Adam brings a wealth of knowledge to the role of vice-chair, including an innovative flare, after forming one of the most advanced food companies in Gloucestershire, and a serious desire for skills development in the county.”