Experienced business leader, Martin Traynor OBE, has been given the task of boosting the relationship between the government and small businesses.
Martin Traynor is the deputy chairman of the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust, runs his own training and consultancy business and is the former Group Chief Executive of Leicestershire Chamber of Commerce.
He has now been made the government’s new ‘Small Business Crown Representative’ – a role which will see him make sure the government gets the best value from small business and small businesses have the best possible opportunity to work with the government.
Martin Traynor, said, “I’m delighted to take on the role of Small Business Crown Representative and to build on the work of my predecessor, Emma Jones.
The government buys a wide range of goods and services from businesses right across the country.
“This represents a huge opportunity for many of the UK’s small businesses and I will work with colleagues from across the government to tackle any barriers to our procurement processes.”
Still thinking about if you should join Dolan Accountancy?
Give us a call on 01442 795100 or email jaime.thorpe@dolanaccountancy.com
Email JaimeAs the Small Business Crown Representative, Mr Traynor will lead on the overall relationship between the government and small businesses, advise ministers on the government’s engagement with them, and identify any barriers they face when working with the government.
The Minister for Implementation, Oliver Dowden, commented, “I’m delighted that Martin has taken on this very important role.
“Small businesses are the backbone of the UK’s economy. That is why we are committed to levelling the playing field so they can win their fair share of government contracts, and I know Martin is looking forward to working with them.”
To find out more about contracting please contact Jaime on 01442 795 100 or email jaime.thorpe@dolanaccountancy.com.