East Midlands Inclusive Growth Commission
Intervention
This commission will explore solutions that offer a long-term plan for people who live, work and study in the region; equipping them with the opportunity to fulfil their potential.
Sir John Peace CVO, CStJ
Sir John has a long and distinguished business career at the highest levels covering the technology, financial services and retail sectors.
Formerly Chairman, Chief Executive and Founder of Experian plc, Chief Executive of GUS plc, Chairman of Standard Chartered plc, and Chairman of Burberry plc - all FTSE 100 companies.
He is committed to supporting the Midlands region as Chair of the Midlands Engine and Midlands Connect. These government-backed initiatives are aimed at driving economic growth throughout the Midlands region, creating new jobs and generally helping people live better lives.
Sir John was the Lord-Lieutenant of Nottinghamshire for 12 years, until March 2024. He has a long-standing interest in education; he was Chairman of the Board of Governors of Nottingham Trent University for 10 years and in 2017 became Chancellor of Nottingham Trent University. He was knighted in 2011 for services to business and the voluntary sector and appointed Commander of the Royal Victorian Order (CVO) in the 2023 Birthday Honours for services as Lord Lieutenant. Sir John was also appointed Commander of the Order of St John in 2023.
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Local Prosperity Plans
Area of focus
Local Prosperity Plans provide a single, long-term, integrated strategic approach to delivering economic, social, and natural prosperity for an area's residents.