Michelle Howard is an energetic leadership and marketing expert recognised by the global ‘She Inspires’ foundation as an ‘Agent of Change.’ She captivates audiences through dynamic speaking, addressing critical business challenges and highlighting the role of people in brand and business success. Michelle was one of the first Chartered Marketer-accredited Marketing Managers at a Legal 500 firm before transitioning to a strategic public sector leadership role. She earned the National Qualification for Headship, one of only a few as a non-teacher and led a school’s transformation, earning recognition as a pilot for the Academy Model. Now a consultant and podcast host for Leadership Live, a NHS North-West Leadership Academy podcast she works with C-Suite executives across sectors to help them develop their people and their brand.