Mark Smith

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About Mark Smith

Active Travel | Behaviour Change | Inclusive Infrastructure I’m a specialist in active travel, cycling interventions, and long-term behaviour change, with 20 years’ experience leading award-winning programmes that get people of all ages and abilities moving more. I managed Cycle Derby, a pioneering initiative that’s transformed how Derby residents engage with cycling; through schools, workplaces, community hubs and NHS partnerships. I’ve delivered everything from city-wide behaviour change interventions to building a national standard BMX track and setting up an inclusive cycling hub for people with physical and mental health challenges. My work spans: Active Travel Strategy & Delivery (e.g. Derby City Council) Inclusive Infrastructure advice & Community Activation Curriculum & Qualification Development (PE GCSE Cycling) National-Level Consultancy (Bikeability Trust EQA/IQA) Recently, I authored Derby City Council’s Active Travel Strategy & Plan I’ve worked with the Bikeability Trust on national quality assurance I support both public bodies and private developers to deliver measurable change I’m now offering freelance consultancy and advisory services to local authorities, trusts, charities and developers looking to deliver inclusive, effective, and sustainable active travel outcomes. Let’s connect if you're building something bold.