Linda Blakelock

Background

About Linda Blakelock

I have been employed within the area of economic regeneration since I thoroughly enjoy working for organisations where my involvement makes a difference to people, their lives, the area in which they live and projects that have a lasting legacy. I am an experienced in project development, bid writing, partnership working and self employment/enterprise, having ran my own business twice. I have had a very varied career; Asda - checkout operator, store training officer, area training manager and customer services manager. Owner /Managing Director of Ofsted registered childcare business - Hopscotch out of school hours and holiday playscheme. Gateshead Council - Economic development officer, business development officer, senior development officer. Liverpool Council - business support manager. The Social Investment Business - Investment Analyst. I have just ended 11 years at Gateshead College as Senior Funding Officer I like a grass roots approach to working so I am naturally friendly and outgoing, I am know for getting the job done! My 3 children are all grown up and I am exceptionally proud of their achievements, I am now a very proud nana of 2. I am passionate about live music so you will find me at local pubs supporting local talent as well as arenas and stadiums all over the Country following national and international bands. If there is anything you want to know just ask! Linda