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Tom Shardlow CMgr (FCMI)

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Chief Executive Officer at Nuneaton and Bedworth Borough Council
📍 Greater Leicester Area, United Kingdom

Tom Shardlow is the Chief Executive Officer of Nuneaton and Bedworth Borough Council, a role he stepped into in June 2024. He is a strategic leader focused on transformation and regeneration, drawing on his MSc in Systems Thinking. Colleagues describe him as an approachable, people-focused, and supportive leader with a talent for critical thinking.

Outside of his demanding role, Tom is a keen runner and has been seen racing local athletes at the Pingles Athletics Track. He is a proponent of work-life balance for his teams, encouraging them to protect personal time for family, sport, or anything that keeps them grounded, believing it leads to better results.

His professional headline on social media includes the direct statement: "Does not respond to marketing emails. "

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Experience
18 Years
Current Role
Chief Executive Officer
Job Level
Leadership
Location
Greater Leicester Area, United Kingdom
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Priorities

Topics Tom cares about

Urban Regeneration
He is a key figure in the "Transforming Nuneaton" programme, a major initiative to bring new homes, businesses, and a library to the town centre.
Systems Thinking
This is a core part of his professional identity and headline, supported by his Master of Science degree in the subject, influencing his strategic approach to leadership.
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Career

Work history

6-2024
Chief Executive Officer
Nuneaton and Bedworth Borough Council
4-2023 - 5-2024
Strategic Director Economy and Transformation (Deputy CEO)
Nuneaton and Bedworth Borough Council
6-2022 - 5-2024
Executive Director
NUNEATON AND BEDWORTH COMMUNITY ENTERPRISES LIMITED
12-2021 - 3-2023
Deputy Chief Executive Officer & Director of Customer and Corporate
Nuneaton and Bedworth Borough Council
10-2021 - 12-2021
Director of Customer and Corporate Services
Nuneaton and Bedworth Borough Council
In the press

Media appearances

New Chief Executive named | Nuneaton and Bedworth Borough Council. Featured in Nuneaton and Bedworth Borough Council (official website)
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Fantastic to meet with Tom Shardlow, Chief Executive of Nuneaton and Bedworth Borough Council. Featured in Facebook (Rachel Taylor MP)
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Education
2017 - 2022
Master of Science - MS
The Open University
2020 - 2021
PgCert Technology Management
The Open University
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