About This Episode
Joining Michael on Change Makers is Shevaun Haviland, Director-General of the British Chambers of Commerce, with a clarion call for renewed confidence in ‘Brand Britain’.
On the roof of the Corinthia hotel in the heart of the capital, Shevaun shares her vision for revitalising the country’s self-image, and the importance of public-private partnerships in driving economic growth.
Shevaun spoke to Michael about her extensive experience across the public and private sectors, and how she has always maintained the belief that the UK remains the best place in the world for starting and growing a business.
And in the week of a General Election, Shevaun remains optimistic about Britain’s potential, no matter the result. She emphasises the importance of playing as a team, attracting inward investment, and showcasing the best of what Britain has to offer.
Shevaun Haviland, Director General, British Chambers of Commerce
Shevaun Haviland is the Director General of the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), the national representative body of 53 chambers of commerce across the UK. The chambers represent 50,000 businesses, which employ six million people.
Shevaun joined the BCC from the Cabinet Office where she has worked for the last five years running the Business Partnerships team and leading the Inclusive Economy Partnership which aims to build a stronger economy and fairer society through partnerships between government, businesses and civil society.
Prior to joining central government, Shevaun had an extensive private sector career and was at the forefront of digital innovation through her work as the Founding Director of the Academy of Digital Business Leaders and as a Director at Independents United.