Anne Parkes
About Anne Parkes
Anne Parkes is an Associate Social Value at Arup with over 20 years of management experience across private, public, and charity sectors. She has a proven track record in stakeholder engagement and works to embed social value in built environment projects.
Company
Anne Parkes currently works at Arup as Associate Social Value and as Senior Consultant Social Value. Arup is located in Manchester, England and she has been with the company since 2019. Arup is well-known for embedding social value in built environment projects.
Education and Expertise
Anne Parkes has a broad educational background. She studied Natural Sciences (Chemistry) at the University of Cambridge, where she obtained a BA Hons. She also completed a Diploma in Management from Henley Business School. Anne has completed specialized leadership courses, including the Greater Manchester Leaders Plus at Future of London and a leadership course at Common Purpose - Meridian Greater Manchester.
Professional Experience
Anne has a diverse professional background spanning over 20 years. She has held various roles, including Green Deal Programme Manager at the Association of Greater Manchester Authorities, Operations Director at Groundwork, and multiple management roles at Unilever. Her career has traversed the private, public, and charity sectors, providing her with extensive management experience.
Achievements
During her career, Anne has a proven track record in stakeholder engagement and has been instrumental in implementing place-based solutions. She focuses on embedding social value in the projects she undertakes, leveraging an understanding of local needs to create impactful and sustainable outcomes.
Background
Anne Parkes has worked in various capacities throughout her career. Her positions have included Green Deal Programme Manager and Operations Director. She has extensive experience managing teams and projects in diverse sectors. Anne's work is driven by a passion for social value and understanding local community needs.