Speakers

James is a senior construction leader with 25 years’ experience delivering complex education and secure‑facility projects. He is currently overseeing the delivery of the £72m Millennium Way Secure Children’s Home in Lincolnshire. His experience spans a wide range of schools, including major SEND and all‑through schemes, giving him deep insight into how design supports wellbeing, regulation and safety for staff and learners. Recognised for meticulous delivery and collaborative working, James brings practical lessons from coordinating multiple agencies to help school leaders create safer, calmer and more inclusive places to learn.