Meet Sandwell Council’s Business Growth Team - always ready to support and champion your business endeavours. We have different strengths and experience, and we’re all passionate about seeing your Sandwell business thrive. Talk to us today.
Business Growth Team Leader
As well as managing staff, budgets and programmes for our Business Growth Team, Gareth leads the delivery of business support activities and strategic economic recovery.
“I get satisfaction in learning about innovation happening within Sandwell’s SME community…”
Gareth speaks Welsh, French, Spanish and Mandarin, and enjoys walking, world cinema and eating out.
“I get satisfaction in learning about innovation happening within Sandwell’s SME community…”
Gareth speaks Welsh, French, Spanish and Mandarin, and enjoys walking, world cinema and eating out.
Marketing & Communications Assistant
Ethan supports and delivers our marketing, from social media and video to graphic design and website management.
“I love working for Sandwell Council because every day is different…”
“I love working for Sandwell Council because every day is different…”
Economy Officer
Saty helps deliver social value, ensuring business growth in Sandwell benefits the whole community.
A former mortgage underwriter and qualified makeup artist, she loves creating positive outcomes.
A former mortgage underwriter and qualified makeup artist, she loves creating positive outcomes.
Systems Officer
Donna brings over 30 years of experience, supporting residents and businesses while helping deliver funding and business engagement.
She enjoys reading, relaxing with her partner, and spending time with family and friends.
She enjoys reading, relaxing with her partner, and spending time with family and friends.
Programme Coordinator
The team’s longest-serving member, Darshana leads complex government-funded projects, helping businesses secure funding and grow.
She loves early morning walks, baking, and volunteering in her community.
She loves early morning walks, baking, and volunteering in her community.
Business Development Coordinator
Helen supports start-ups and established businesses, offering guidance and connections.
She enjoys netball, family time, and helps run Tipton Christian Church.
She enjoys netball, family time, and helps run Tipton Christian Church.
Community Benefits & Social Value Officer
Karen ensures council contracts generate social value — skills, jobs and community benefits.
She is also a mindfulness practitioner helping people grow in confidence.
She is also a mindfulness practitioner helping people grow in confidence.
Business Development Coordinator
Nicy manages events, communications and website coordination for Sandwell Business Growth.
She’s a wild swimmer, runner and multiple marathon finisher.
She’s a wild swimmer, runner and multiple marathon finisher.