Skillfast-UK, the sector skills council for clothing, footwear, textiles and related businesses, has appointed CARL LEONARD as national account manager for the North-East.
He will lead a team of business development and client managers encouraging employers to take part in skills initiatives.
Mr Leonard has more than 17 years experience of education and training.
He said: "The clothing, footwear and textile industries have seen significant changes over the last ten years, due to the effects of globalisation. However, there are still many excellent businesses out there that are keen to develop through skills and training."
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