Michele is a highly experienced strategic leader and influencer and operational manager in local government and the third sector. With thirty years’ experience of working within disability issues and disabled peoples organisations, Michelle is currently the Chief Executive of Breakthrough UK. In her role as CEO and driven by her passion and commitment to ensuring choice and control for disabled people, Michele aims to influence local, regional and national policy and practice and remove the barriers that prevent disabled people living independent lives.

With strong business acumen, experience in change management, policy and business development and nationally known expertise in disability issues, Michele holds a number of significant Governance and Scrutiny roles including : A member of the Equality and Human Rights Commission – Disability Advisory Committee, Co-Chair of Greater Manchester Mayors Disability Panel, and holds a Non Executive post as member of Riverside Housing’s Care & Support Committee.