Local London welcomes new director

Local London is delighted to announce the appointment of Forogh Rahmani as the new Director of Local London.

Previously Strategy and Policy Lead for employment and skills at the GLA, and most recently Director of Growth at the Hertfordshire Growth Board, Forogh has a wealth of relevant experience that will benefit Local London.

Welcoming Forogh, Cllr Okereke, Chair of Local London and Leader of the Royal Borough of Greenwich, said “I am delighted to welcome Forogh as the new Director of Local London. Forogh not only brings with her great experience, but also enormous passion for driving growth that makes her the ideal person to head up our dynamic sub-region’s partnership. As Chair of Local London, I would like to welcome her to London’s leading edge!”

Building the profile of Local London

As Director of Local London, Forogh is motivated to continue to build the profile of Local London, working closely with our Board and partners to identify key areas for collaboration and advocacy.

Forogh Rahmani, Director of Local London said “I am excited to be joining Local London. As a London resident, I know that north east and south east London boroughs face challenges that cannot be lost in assumptions about being part of the capital. This is a sub-region full of potential and opportunities, and I am looking forward to advocating on behalf of our boroughs to catalyse growth that benefits all people living, studying and working here.”

Local London thank Stephen O’Leary for managing the team in the interim period, establishing new programmes and additional funding to support local residents, and ensuring a smooth handover to Forogh.

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