Candida Goulden
Economic Development Manager @Mole Valley District Council
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WORK HISTORY
Economic Development Manager @Mole Valley District Council
Developed the Mole Valley For Business offer from scratch which now includes a new website dedicated to providing advice and guidance for local businesses, plus popular business support initiatives including jobs fairs, one-to-one business advice, networking lunches and workshops on various topics.Established the Mole Valley Employment and Skills Hub in 2021 located in Leatherhead\'s shopping centre, in partnership with Surrey Lifelong Learning Partnership and DWP. Working with local Jobcentres, local employers, training providers and third sector partners, it was initially set up to address rising unemployment across all ages throughout the pandemic. From 2022, the Hub pivoted its focus to helping employers with skills, training and recruitment, as well as supporting residents from the most disadvantaged communities. The service has recently been described by the Department for Work and Pensions as an ‘outstanding programme’.Working with various partners, particularly in East Surrey, to promote the sub-region’s economy, secure investment and take advantage of opportunities to attract additional funding.Distributed Government grants during the Covid-19 pandemic, helping small and medium enterprises in Mole Valley to claim more than grant payments totalling over £34m.
EDUCATION
London Metropolitan University
Bachelor of Arts (BA), European Studies
SKILLS
ABOUT CANDIDA GOULDEN
Economic Development Manager implementing evidence-based initiatives to help Mole Valley maintain and strengthen its successful and diverse business base.
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