Paul Augarde
Director, Augarde & Partners
“Vicky is one of the strongest strategic thinkers in the sector, with an excellent understanding of public and private sector structures, and an unerring ability to traverse them in order to get things done. She has a genuine interest and honest approach which allows her to work effectively with the fullest range of stakeholders, from community to politicians, businesses to Council officers.”
Caroline Wilson
Director of Inclusive Economy and Jobs, Islington Council
“It was a pleasure to work with Irvine-Clark Ltd as we prepared to develop a new apprenticeship strategy for London Borough of Islington. Vicky clarified our requirements, assembled a small team of experts, carried out a series of in-depth interviews and undertook desk-top research on a variety of delivery options. The team’s expertise were evident in how they conducted the interviews, facilitated small group sessions and stretched Islington’s thinking on what was possible. With their combined experience of apprenticeship delivery as well as working in a local government context, they were sensitive to our organisation’s strategic drivers and very alert to key financial and reputational risks for the council. The final report was detailed, stimulating and provided excellent insights. Their findings and recommendations were fully integrated into the development of our final strategy, enabling us to optimise our delivery of apprenticeships in a challenging economic context. I would be very happy to recommend Irvine-Clark Ltd and intend to use their services again in the future.”
Mark Pragnell
Managing Director, Pragmatix Advisory
“Vicky was a critical part of our team for the SC1 life sciences employment and skills project, using her exceptional knowledge of the local economic development landscape and deep professional experience and insight to help us structure our research effectively and then offer constructive challenge on our outputs and recommendations. She could not have been more helpful, patient and responsive and we are looking forward to working with her again when the opportunity arises.”
Debbie Jackson
Executive Director – Regeneration, Economy and Planning, Westminster City Council
“Vicky joined our team to work on a high profile priority project and quickly began adding value, establishing connections both within and outside the Council to enable her to be on top of her brief. She paid care and attention to understanding the unique characteristics and dynamics of the area she was working in, and brought her extensive skills and expertise to bear in designing solutions.”
Alison May
Assistant Director Skills and Employment, London Borough of Lambeth