Anthony Pygram

As a forward-thinking leader, I excel at overseeing policy development, investigations and other relevant activities that require the necessary direction to progress to a satisfactory conclusion for both clients and organisations. I have current experience of regulated markets as diverse as financial services, water, energy and accountancy. Strategic Thinking I engage with stakeholders to identify challenges, pinch points and failings, allowing for the development and delivery of strategies to help companies improve. I am adept at delving to the root of an issue, then supporting and advising stakeholders to devise a solution. As a results-orientated executive, I owe my successful career to my ability to resolve policy and delivery problems through devising and implementing evidence-based solutions, or negotiating with CEOs or C-level opposite numbers to reach win-win agreements in business conflicts. Communication and Influencing Demonstrating exceptional communication and interpersonal capabilities, I effectively engage with key stakeholders from a range of backgrounds to influence key decisions by providing informative and actionable guidance and insight. Governance and compliance is a specialist subject and I act as a conduit, disseminating information clearly and concisely, between different organisations, departments and functions. I encourage a learning culture, to promote the exchange of skills and experience to drive continuous improvement. Confident and competent at public speaking, I have been interviewed on TV and radio, for example, Today, You and Yours, and for TV news bulletins on BBC and ITV. Leadership I believe that success is always achieved through a motivated, cohesive team and, with that in mind, I have always facilitated a transparent working environment, guiding individuals to work together towards a common vision. Whether in my role as regulatory director or chairing a board, I encourage debate through active listening skills and by ensuring that all members are given the opportunity to air their views and to take part in all discussions and decision making. Credibility and Integrity I am a trusted advisor, recognised for my credibility, honest approach and openness which, I think, contributes to the prevention of escalating tensions. I invest significant efforts into communicating critical information and supporting others to buy into a shared forward plan. I am confident in taking difficult decisions or disseminating difficult messages with feedback, doing so in a fair, balanced and constructive manner.