Tony Strong

A Chief Executive with a track record of delivering business transformation and cultural change in complex, global corporations. An alumnus of The University of Manchester and with an MBA from Manchester Metropolitan University, he excels in building client relationships and driving growth. People often describe him as a participative leader, well-rounded, and not afraid to tackle difficult problems.

Outside of his corporate roles, he is passionate about community engagement, highlighting his support for local food banks and describing the work of their volunteers as "incredibly inspiring. " In an interview, he revealed that he was an amateur boxer in his youth, which taught him discipline and focus before he began his corporate career.

Unique fact: He led Opus Trust Communications to achieve a five-year, £100m revenue goal in under three years through strategic acquisitions.